Nicknames are an important part of sports and an important element to American culture. A good nickname can unify a fan base and make a players career more interesting. A bad one can be a harsh reflection of reality.
The Atlanta Falcons have only been a franchise for 51 years but in that time there have been several stellar nicknames. Let’s take a look at what I consider to be the top ten.
10. “Matty Ice”
The most recent nickname on this list is perhaps not the “coolest” sounding, pun intended, but it is well deserved.