The Falcons and Bears have played 27 times overall, and like any good history, it’s got its ups and downs. Today, we’re sticking with positive thoughts, at least for the purposes of this article.
When you think back on all the Falcons - Bears games you’ve seen in your life, which one is your favorite? Drilling down further, which moment of those games is your favorite?
For me, it’s an easy one. On October 12, 2008, the Falcons played the Bears in a game with familiar contours. The Falcons were up 9-0, 12-3, and 19-10 but squandered all those leads, with Kyle Orton throwing a touchdown pass with just 11 seconds left in the game.