The Patriots elected to attempt an onside kick, which consequently set up the Falcons at New England's 41-yard line. A holding penalty and nine-yard sack resulted in a three-play drive, and Atlanta was unable to capitalize on the excellent starting field position.

Dan Quinn is on the verge of returning to the Super Bowl with the Washington Commanders eight years since his first trip with the Atlanta Falcons when they infamously blew a 28-3 lead and lost to New England.

Not too long ago, Dan Quinn led the Falcons to their infamous 28-3 lead over the Patriots in Super Bowl 51 - a game that ended in an Atlanta collapse and a 34-28 win for New England. Eight years later,