Falcons to wear Nobis tribute sticker on helmet against Bucs

The Falcons are set to wear a “60” tribute sticker in honor of former linebacker Tommy Nobis when they play the Buccaneers on Monday at Tampa Bay.

Nobis, 74, passed away of natural causes on Wednesday. The five-time Pro Bowler was the first player drafted by the franchise in 1966.

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