The Falcons love to disappoint. One way or another, perennial disappointment is part and parcel of Falcons fanhood. It’s an art form, really. Because year after year, they devise new, creative ways to let us down. Bad personnel decisions are something they’ve historically done particularly well. Need an example? Then look no further than cornerback Tyrone Williams.
Williams signed with the Falcons before the 2003 season as a 29 year old unrestricted free agent. His contract was a lucrative four-year deal worth $10.3 million; he received a $3 million signing bonus. I was busy mourning John Ritter’s death and belting out “Hey Ya!