Falcons Change Profile Image After Nazi Comparisons

The Atlanta Falcons’ Wednesday social-media profile-picture update revived a black falcon emblem from the team’s early years, set against red, white, black and gold-toned stripes. The image drew widespread online comparisons to Nazi-era German imagery and prompted jokes and memes, while some fans criticized the team’s on-field performance. A team representative said the image was not a new official logo; it appeared tied to throwback uniforms planned for Sunday’s game against the undefeated San Francisco 49ers. After the backlash, the Falcons changed their X profile picture to a red helmet image. A sports logo historian said the post was likely intended to match the throwback look, not signal Nazi alignment.