FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The history of the Atlanta Falcons is filled with misery.
Now, they're facing a collapse of epic proportions.
After starting 5-0 for rookie coach Dan Quinn, the Falcons have slid all the way to .500 with six losses in their last seven games, including a five-game losing streak. With two games still left against unbeaten Carolina, including Sunday, Atlanta (6-6) faces the very real possibility of finishing with a losing record.
According to STATS, no team in NFL history has done that after winning its first five games.
No wonder Quinn, when asked Monday if he was frustrated or angry, quickly responded, "Angry.