Here’s a sampling of what’s being said on social media following the Falcons’ decision to fire head coach Arthur Smith early Monday morning:
Hope springs eternal when you’re a lifelong Falcons fan. See y’all next season. #riseup https://t.co/99wGTt3M9G
— Keisha Lance Bottoms (@KeishaBottoms) January 8, 2024
Former #Falcons coach Arthur Smith met with team one last time this morning. His message to the team was “that this is bigger than life,” Arnold Ebitketie said.
— D. Orlando Ledbetter (@DOrlandoAJC) January 8, 2024
Eric Bieniemy and Justin Fields in Atlanta ? pic.twitter.com/NUi9siqGR6
— Mclovin 🤓 (@RIPZAY_) January 8, 2024
Some of the top candidates for NFL openings include Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh, Bills interim OC Joe Brady, Bengals DC Lou Anarumo, Washington OC Eric Beinemy, former Vikings head coach Lesile Frazier, (1 of 2) https://t.co/lS6MZIeIT9
— D. Orlando Ledbetter (@DOrlandoAJC) January 8, 2024
(More NFL candidates this cycle) Det OC Ben Johnson, Bucs OC Dave Canales, Ravens DC Mike MacDonald, Las Vegas DC Patrick Graham, Bengals OC Brian Callahan, Houston OC Bobby Slowik, Miami OC Frank Smith, San Franciso’s AHC Anthony Lynn and Baltimore’s STC Chris Horton. (2 of 2) https://t.co/lS6MZIeIT9
— D. Orlando Ledbetter (@DOrlandoAJC) January 8, 2024
I’ll interpret
— Kurt Benkert (@KurtBenkert) January 8, 2024
Our GM loaded us up, and we need a different guy that can make the most out of a loaded young roster. https://t.co/fkwMPNWCM2
#ArthurSmith Fired#ArthurBlank made the right decision on firing coach #ArthurSmith
— Carl Dukes (@putemupcdukes) January 8, 2024
The vibe and feeling of Falcons fans everywhere was the same. We all know how we felt. This franchise lost all momentum, energy, and excitement this season. Time to reset.
Where do we go…
Bill Belichick is still the head coach in New England but the Atlanta Falcons are a team to watch if Belichick is available. They are interested, per sources.
— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) January 8, 2024
Arthur Smith's first two games as Falcons head coach were losses by a combined 49 points.
— Daniel Flick (@ByDanielFlick) January 8, 2024
His last two games were losses by a combined 51 points.
Falcons under Arthur Smith
— Akash (@YZR_Fantasy) January 7, 2024
2021: 7-10, 8th overall pick
2022: 7-10, 8th overall pick
2023: 7-10, 8th overall pick
Consistent mediocrity 🔥
Thank you Mr Blank, this is a step in the right direction. #Falcons fans deserve much better. https://t.co/5c9qMxK3PV
— Atlanta Falcons Australia 🇦🇺🦘 (@ATLFalconsAus) January 8, 2024
Thank You! Hate to see someone get fired but it wasn't working.
— Dirty Bird United (@DirtyBirdUnited) January 8, 2024
The next step is getting a solid QB who won't be mismanaged by Smith now. So move heaven and earth to get Penix. He has the accuracy and winning determination of Tom Brady. That's what Atlanta needs to finally win the Superbowl. pic.twitter.com/lmXdcmwQmR
— JHO.com (@JHOcompany) January 8, 2024
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