In 2009, long before the Falcons were looking for the 16th head coach in franchise history, Dan Quinn was beginning his first stint in Seattle as the Seahawks’ defensive line coach. Also on that team was Patrick Kerney: a talented pass-rusher who spent eight years in Atlanta.
The two worked closely together that season, giving Kerney a strong impression of the man who is now tasked with building a winning culture at Flowery Branch. The two-time All-Pro offered high praise for Quinn last week in a conversation with AtlantaFalcons.com.
“Dan is highly detail-oriented with defensive line play,” said Kerney.