At the end of the 2016 season, the Falcons melted down against the Patriots in Super Bowl LI, blowing a 25-point, second-half lead. The Falcons started fast in 2017, and then endured a three-game losing streak. AdvertisementSo the reeling Rams might take short-term inspiration from the Falcons, their opponent Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The stadium, of course, was the site of the Rams’ 13-3 Super Bowl loss to the Patriots last February. McVay said he had spoken at some point with Falcons coach Dan Quinn about the aftermath of a Super Bowl defeat.

Source: Los Angeles Times October 19, 2019 23:26 UTC