The Atlanta Falcons took the field against the New England Patriots for the Super Bowl at NRG Stadium in Houston.

The Falcons, appearing in their second Super Bowl, were three-point underdogs. Atlanta scored first.

The Falcons held the Patriots to just three points in the first half.

The Atlanta Falcons take the field prior to the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots at NRG Stadium on Feb. 5, 2017 in Houston.

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