Falcons' Struggles Continue: Coaching Changes on the Horizon?

The Atlanta Falcons have officially been eliminated from playoff contention after a disappointing 4-9 start, exacerbated by a recent blowout loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Discussions about potential coaching changes are intensifying, particularly regarding head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot.

According to The Falcoholic, team owner Arthur Blank is unlikely to make in-season changes, as he typically does not fire coaches before three seasons, with the exception of 2020 when he dismissed Dan Quinn after a poor start.

However, the team's performance has raised concerns, as Morris has a record of 12-18 and Fontenot's tenure has not yielded any winning seasons. The article suggests that if Blank chooses to make a move, it could happen after the upcoming Thursday night game, allowing interim staff time to prepare for the final games of the season.

The suggestion of interim duties falling to Jeff Ulbrich has been noted, especially if the team opts to dismiss struggling coordinators as a way to assess the situation without completely overhauling the coaching staff mid-season.

Fans are increasingly apathetic, and national respect for the franchise has diminished, highlighting the urgency for the Falcons to consider their future direction.