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So, how about that game yesterday? it was a win that barely felt like a win. It was hilarious, and infuriating. It was generally emblematic of the Falcons' 2013 season. Create seven turnovers and beat arguably the very worst team in the NFL by just one point? Fun times.
I can't lie, this would have been pretty funny.
WASvsATL, I'm rooting for a tie cause it would just complete the lulz that is these two teams.
— Matt (@displaced_fan) December 15, 2013
This is festive and hilarious.
Roughly the amount of effort the Redskins deserve pic.twitter.com/DxssVvmBe8
— Mike Tunison (@xmasape) December 15, 2013
If you were watching the game at home, I'm sorry you had to listen to Heath Evans.
Of course.. Heath Evans is commentating the Falcons game! *barfs* #WASvsATL
— ✨Dani m0e✨ (@danim0) December 15, 2013
I wonder if legendary hater Heath Evans requests our games now?? Hope we shut him up. #WASvsATL @TheFalcoholic
— Chris Hollums (@ChrisHollums) December 15, 2013
At times, the team looked fantastic.
Roooddddyyyyyyyyyy!!!!!! Okay, not the same as Julllliiiooooooo but still, clutch conversion.
— Josh (@gamez_time76) December 15, 2013
This may seem obvious, but Matt Ryan is so much better a passer when he’s not laying on his back in pain. #Falcons
— The DW (@TheWalkerman) December 15, 2013
Great block by @roddywhiteTV on that TD run by @sj39
— Brian Finneran (@BFinn86) December 15, 2013
WE ARE SO GOOD
— Matt (@Matt_Lawrence02) December 15, 2013
THIS IS WHAT IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE WHYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY
— Jenna Bannister (@JennaEarwood) December 15, 2013
Steven Jackson completely destroyed Redskins' cornerback Josh Wilson.
Not sure if Redskins' CB Josh Wilson got the number on that truck, but just in case, it's 39. Steven Jackson, TOUCHDOWN! #WASvsATL
— Atlanta_Falcons (@Atlanta_Falcons) December 15, 2013
#26 for skins better not turn on ESPN for next couple of days #WASvsATL #RiseUp
— Accidental Scholar (@Das_ProfX) December 15, 2013
Steven "choo choo" Jackson on the score. Get the #!$& out of that guys way! #WASvsATL
— Alge Crumpler (@Alge_Crumpler) December 15, 2013
Anyone else see the gorgeous shot of Steven Jackson laughing & running down the sideline with his dreads flying in the breeze? #Baywatch
— Jenna Bannister (@JennaEarwood) December 15, 2013
Atlanta's defense was incredibly opportunistic against Washington.
Osi UUUUUUUUU!!! Sack-strip by Umenyiora, recovered by Jonathan Babineaux. #WASvsATL
— Jay Adams (@FalconsJAdams) December 15, 2013
Osi with another strip sack. But Massaqoui was getting there were it not for the hold. #Falcons
— The DW (@TheWalkerman) December 15, 2013
We have reports that the uss babinaux detected and picked up something valuable. A football. We'll keep it.@TheFalcoholic
— L.H.A.R (@L0rd91) December 15, 2013
We were meant to have the football #ATLvsWAS
— Liz Turcotte (@lizturcotte1) December 15, 2013
Malliciah Goodman, bless your heart.
TO THE HOUSE IF FAT BOY AINT TRIP!!
— 4-12 Jake Matthews (@TAllen0919) December 15, 2013
Marriage annulled RT @TheFalcoholic: MALLICIAH GOODMAN I WILL MARRY YOU
— Accidental Scholar (@Das_ProfX) December 15, 2013
Apologize falcon fans. The sniper in the upper deck got me. I'll score next time lol http://t.co/KtJtthH2cZ
— Malliciah Goodman (@MalG93) December 15, 2013
The punt coverage unit had an opportunity to take advantage of a turnover, too.
Never seen a player try to field a punt with his back before.
— John Manasso (@jmanasso) December 15, 2013
LMAO LMAO LMAO LMAO LMAO LMAO LMAO FALCONS BALL
— 4-12 Jake Matthews (@TAllen0919) December 15, 2013
Matt Bosher, you beautiful bastard. Oh, and McClain, too.
— The Falcoholic (@TheFalcoholic) December 15, 2013
These are all really good questions.
How do we apply to join the NFC East
— Jason Kirk (@JasonKirkSBN) December 15, 2013
what does the falcons defense do at practice?
— Bomani Jones (@bomani_jones) December 15, 2013
— Jeanna (@jeannathomas) December 15, 2013
And some good answers to good questions.
they did just get the XBox One. RT @bomani_jones: what does the falcons defense do at practice?
— Alex Welch (@alex__welch) December 15, 2013
@jeannathomas tacos maybe? Ill rise all the way up for some tacos.
— Josh (@gamez_time76) December 15, 2013
This was true and also unfortunate.
It's a LOT of Deadskins fans in here! I didn't realize it until those mofos scored #WASvsATL
— Kimberly (@TheFalconsDiva) December 15, 2013
Turnovers on turnovers on turnovers.
Wow
— Todd Mcclure (@ToddMcclure62) December 15, 2013
This is not good! Ugly football at its best. #WASvsATL
— Brian Finneran (@BFinn86) December 15, 2013
Nothing like a fumble when tweeting about how many fumbles there are...
— Matt (@FalconsM5) December 15, 2013
This can't be real in WAS/ATL.
— Bizzle (@askmetostay323) December 15, 2013
This game is pure comedy right now...flags everywhere #riseup lol
— Ms. Rise Up (@Shantigo) December 15, 2013
Oh and since that last tweet Atlanta fumbled the ball away to Washington and then Washington fumbled it back.
— Bill Barnwell (@billbarnwell) December 15, 2013
Haven't seen a fumble in three plays. I'm bored.
— Knox Bardeen (@knoxbardeen) December 15, 2013
Am I the only one not seeing snow on the field? This game is funnier than the Lions and Eagles game last week.
— FalconsBlitz (@Falconsblitz) December 15, 2013
In the 4 HS state championship games here at Dome yesterday, there were at TOTAL of 10 TO. In this NFL game between Falcons/Redskins…. 9
— Zach Klein (@ZachKleinWSB) December 15, 2013
Seven turnovers in today's game between the two teams. Ball must be full of poison gas. #WASvsATL
— Jay Adams (@FalconsJAdams) December 15, 2013
No, please, YOU take the ball. I couldn't possibly.
— The Falcoholic (@TheFalcoholic) December 15, 2013
The Redskins have fumbled 5 times in the game, and lost all 5. The Falcons have fumbled twice and lost one. #WASvsATL
— Atlanta_Falcons (@Atlanta_Falcons) December 15, 2013
That is what, the 72nd turnover of the game?
— Josh (@gamez_time76) December 15, 2013
You would imagine we had a great defense if you knew Atlanta would have seven turnovers.
— Matt (@FalconsM5) December 15, 2013
The Turnover Bowl 2013 and thank god it's not us this time
— Matt (@Matt_Lawrence02) December 15, 2013
Mostly, the Falcons looked like the Falcons have looked all season.
FALCONS CAN YOU PLEASE JUST NOT
— Jeanna (@jeannathomas) December 15, 2013
Um, Zeke - the Redskins are wearing WHITE today bub. #Falcons
— The DW (@TheWalkerman) December 15, 2013
Kirk Cousins is a 2nd string QB who looks like a Pro-Bowler against the #Falcons
— The DW (@TheWalkerman) December 15, 2013
If #Falcons defense isn't forcing a turnover, it has a hard time stopping people.
— John Manasso (@jmanasso) December 15, 2013
I'm in the acceptance stage of grief about the 2013 Falcons, and this game is hilarious.
— Jeanna (@jeannathomas) December 15, 2013
I know I just said I was in the acceptance stage of grief but I totally lied. Anger. All anger.
— Jeanna (@jeannathomas) December 15, 2013
The Falcons are one of the most elite teams in the NFL when it comes to failing in every aspect of football.
— Matt (@FalconsM5) December 15, 2013
Fire somebody. I don't know who but hell, this is ridiculous
— Nathan Butler Jr. (@ATLSportsNate) December 15, 2013
Matt Ryan you just threw an interception to a guy from Monmouth
— Jason Kirk (@JasonKirkSBN) December 15, 2013
"Please reset the game clock to May 2014 please. May 2014." #Falcons
— The DW (@TheWalkerman) December 15, 2013
@jeannathomas lol oh man we're just folding like a Kmart lawn chair
— Ari (@nemixtli) December 15, 2013
Cousins playing to get traded. Falcons just not playing. Shanahan wanting to move on. Smith wanting to stay. #WASvsATL
— Dustin Black (@dustyblack7520) December 15, 2013
Jackson called for a facemask? That's how ATL's season has gone.
— Scott Carasik (@ScottCarasik) December 15, 2013
#Falcons + Horrible penalties = BFFs
— The DW (@TheWalkerman) December 15, 2013
LIKE HOW CAN YOU REALLY NOT RUSH FOR A DAMN YARD. HOW IS THIS REAL LIFE.
— Jeanna (@jeannathomas) December 15, 2013
I just laugh tp keep from crying. #Falcons
— Preyaaaa ॐ (@PreyaMargarita) December 15, 2013
"@jeannathomas: My enthusiasm for football is at an all-time low." Clowney Statement Bro
— Kyrie Swerving (@MidwestATLFALC) December 15, 2013
This defense couldn't stop a toddler on a tricycle if you spotted them an earthquake.
— The Falcoholic (@TheFalcoholic) December 15, 2013
And, frankly, the Redskins mostly looked terrible, too.
Kirk Cousins’ first drive: Two nice completions, near-interception, incompletion, stripsack.
— Bill Barnwell (@billbarnwell) December 15, 2013
Lol we've found a team worse off than us
— I Answer To Rev Too (@MyNameIs_LEO) December 15, 2013
You know, it's almost like RGIII wasn't the problem, but the offensive line. Huh. Funny.
— The Falcoholic (@TheFalcoholic) December 15, 2013
The Falcons have been bad this year, but they haven't been bad and dysfunctional. You're seeing the distinction in action.
— The Falcoholic (@TheFalcoholic) December 15, 2013
Hooray that team is worse than ours
— Jason Kirk (@JasonKirkSBN) December 15, 2013
"Bench Kirk Cousins for Rex Grossman!" - Tomorrow's #HotSportsTake
— Alec Shirkey (@AShirkey) December 15, 2013
Kirk Cousins Trade Value Color Alert: Beige.
— The Falcoholic (@TheFalcoholic) December 15, 2013
that was SO falcons of the redskins
— 4-12 Jake Matthews (@TAllen0919) December 15, 2013
Jason LaCanfora needs to settle down.
Matt Ryan not looking good. Skins ridiculous turnovers only reason ATL not getting whipped. Could be a very interesting offseason there
— Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) December 15, 2013
Please turn off the television, ma'am, and we thank you in advance for your noble sacrifice.
I legitimately think the Falcons start sucking as soon as I start watching. Maybe if I stop watching... #jinx #itsonlyweirdifitdoesntwork
— Jasmaine Talley (@Mohnika89) December 15, 2013
It was a Festivus miracle.
Breaking news: #Falcons do not go 3-and-out to start third quarter. Trademark third-quarter lull could be in jeopardy.
— John Manasso (@jmanasso) December 15, 2013
Tony Gonzalez is the greatest tight end of all time.
Oooohhhhh Tony G with that Madden backjuke! #filthy
— Josh (@gamez_time76) December 15, 2013
D-Hall doing D-Hall things and Tony Gonzaiez doing Tony Gonzaiez things.
— Matt Chernoff (@RealMattlanta) December 15, 2013
*Rhianna voice* I WANT HIM TO STAAAAAAAAAAAAY RT @Poppa_Falcon: Gonzo has at least 2 more years left in him.
— Preyaaaa ॐ (@PreyaMargarita) December 15, 2013
Tony G. and nimble are not exactly synonymous but he just made that defender look foolish #Falcons
— Dustin Black (@dustyblack7520) December 15, 2013
With that reception @TonyGonzalez88 just became the fifth player in NFL history to record 15,000 career receiving yards #RISEUP #WASvsATL
— Matt Haley (@FalconsMHaley) December 15, 2013
Jerry Rice, Terrell Owens, Isaac Bruce and Randy Moss are the only other players to reach 15,000 yards. #WASvsATL
— Jay Adams (@FalconsJAdams) December 15, 2013
Dome just erupted as Tony Gonzalez was shown on the screen and it was announced that he passed 15,000 receiving yards. #WASvsATL
— Krissy Brierre (@FalconsKrissy) December 15, 2013
Really nice ovation from the Dome for Tony's latest milestone. He gave everyone a wave. #WASvsATL pic.twitter.com/fwo84jBTKb
— Daniel Cox (@FalconsDCox) December 15, 2013
In other words, Tony Gonzalez of the @Atlanta_Falcons has over 8.52 miles worth of receiving yards in his career. #RiseUp
— Coy Wire (@CoyWire) December 15, 2013
Tony G left the Georgia Dome field for his next-to-last time on Sunday. #WASvsATL pic.twitter.com/CA4COWffx8
— Daniel Cox (@FalconsDCox) December 15, 2013
Just want to say thanks to all the fans out there for supporting me all these years. Two games left to do my thing! Crazy to think about.
— Tony Gonzalez (@TonyGonzalez88) December 16, 2013
Willy Mo always ready, most of the time.
Willy Mo Sorta Ready
— Kyrie Swerving (@MidwestATLFALC) December 15, 2013
WILLY MO WAS READY THAT TIME!!!!!!!!! PICK BABY!!!!!!!
— Preyaaaa ॐ (@PreyaMargarita) December 15, 2013
WILLY MO ALWAYS READY!!!!! (or atleast he was right there)
— Josh (@gamez_time76) December 15, 2013
Willy willy mo yall
— Amy Cearns (@AMOcearns) December 15, 2013
WILLY MO ALWAYS READY A GOOD BIT OF THE TIME.
— Jenna Bannister (@JennaEarwood) December 15, 2013
The Missouri Hammer!!! Pick
— AJ Coleman (@AJCOLEMAN51) December 15, 2013
Willy Mo ready 87.528% of the time! #Falcons
— The DW (@TheWalkerman) December 15, 2013
WILL MO DONE THANGS
— Jeanna (@jeannathomas) December 15, 2013
Willy Mo, eternally prepared
— Alec Shirkey (@AShirkey) December 15, 2013
How is he suppose to get ready, when he STAYS READY?
— Jake Bennett (@DirtyBird_Jake) December 15, 2013
@WillyMo_25 has caused 21 turnovers since 2010 (13 INTs & 8 FFs) the third most by any safety in the NFL #RISEUP
— Matt Haley (@FalconsMHaley) December 15, 2013
We haven't forgotten your shenanigans, DeAngelo Hall.
Lovin' the resounding BOOS for De'Angelo Hall lol #Falcons
— Mr. MMA (@SmooveSalsero) December 15, 2013
Heck yeah, I booed MeAngelo.
— Jeanna (@jeannathomas) December 15, 2013
If there's one bright spot in this dismal season, it's the development of young players.
Yeah, Paul Worrilow will pick you up and put you on your back. In case you were wondering. #WASvsATL
— Jay Adams (@FalconsJAdams) December 15, 2013
Desmond Trufant has quietly put together a really, really impressive rookie season. #WASvsATL
— Daniel Cox (@FalconsDCox) December 15, 2013
TRUUUUUU #WASvsATL
— Morgan (@FalconsMorgan) December 15, 2013
TRUUUUUU
— Kristen (@kristenm2185) December 15, 2013
We got a pick?! We got a pick!!!!! #TRUUUUUUUU
— WonderJaye (@WonderJaye) December 15, 2013
Another bright spot would be Matt Bosher.
@TheFalcoholic You know it is bad when we are looking forward to punts.
— Quint (@qlr) December 15, 2013
You know what’s funny? #Falcons fans once wanted Matt Bosher cut. Gotta be patient with young guys sometimes.
— The DW (@TheWalkerman) December 15, 2013
An explorer, clad in primitive bronze helm and tattered robe, digs into the dirt. He is an archaeologist, from the year 2250.
— The Falcoholic (@TheFalcoholic) December 15, 2013
He has found the Georgia Dome. He digs until he finds a document. The document bears strange characters. It says "MATT BOSHER PUNTS."
— The Falcoholic (@TheFalcoholic) December 15, 2013
Then, and only then, does he understand the horror of the 2013 Falcons.
— The Falcoholic (@TheFalcoholic) December 15, 2013
Are y'all hungry?
The NFL wants you to buy cotton candy. http://t.co/S5pbK7znuu
— SB Nation GIF (@SBNationGIF) December 15, 2013
We should have been doing this all along.
I'm about to spray some Raid on this injury bug. 'Bout over it.
— Jenna Bannister (@JennaEarwood) December 15, 2013
This is how we all felt, man. "!!!!!!?" indeed.
FALCONS WIN!!!!!!?
— Nathan Butler Jr. (@ATLSportsNate) December 15, 2013
Some final thoughts on yesterday's game...
Great win. Preparation for San Fran now. #RiseUp thank you to the fans that have supported us positive
— Robert McClain (@bobbymac36) December 15, 2013
Good win today Falcon Nation Never give up Believe in us we will rise up like a Phoenix from the dust #RiseUp
— jonathan massaquoi (@JohnnyMass96) December 15, 2013
Huge win today in the dome! Had a lot of fun and ready to get to work for monday night!
— Ryan Schraeder (@RyanSchraeder78) December 15, 2013
@TheFalcoholic There's someone worse off than us.
— Gordon Fisherman (@PisceanLuva) December 16, 2013
