“The falcon is proud and dignified, with great courage and fight. It never drops its prey. It is deadly and has a great sporting tradition.”
— Julia Elliott, Georgia teacher and winner of the 1965 contest to name Atlanta’s NFL team
This unassailable, stainless-steel monument embodies the legacy and tenacity of the pointed-wing predator and its namesake football franchise. Designed and handcrafted by Hungarian artist Gábor Miklós Szőke and his 150-member team in Budapest and Atlanta, The Falcon is an unforgettable focal point for all who visit Mercedes-Benz Stadium, as envisioned by Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United owner Arthur M. Blank.