To the city of Atlanta,
How fortunate am I that I close this chapter the very same way I opened it – with gratitude.
Being the Head Coach of your Atlanta Falcons has been the privilege of a lifetime. I can't express my appreciation enough to Arthur Blank for the opportunity to represent this organization for the past six seasons. It truly has been my family. My wife Stacey and I will forever be grateful for every single person in this organization who made our lives better and fuller.
I will miss so many things, but none more than the men in the locker room. From pro bowlers to practice squad players, it was an honor to fight shoulder-to-shoulder with you and be a part of your lives on and off the field.
Finally, to the people of Atlanta and Falcons fans everywhere. I can't thank you enough for making this Jersey boy feel right at home. I know there are great things ahead for this team and I'll continue to root like hell for them, and for you. I hope I represented your team with the grace and character you deserve.
In Brotherhood,
DQ
Take a look back at 30 images of Dan Quinn through his years with the Atlanta Falcons, both on and off the field.
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![ATLvsSEA_Second_RT_112017_3374_16x9web](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/ozhmi75crjlgtluhansd.jpg)
![Dan_Quinn_080915_0013_16x9web](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/st4vbvzjpellzq9g46bn.jpg)
![NOvsATL_01012017_059_16x9web](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/gv8rq6b8ipsubgac645f.jpg)
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