Atlanta Falcons’ throwback profile picture sparks unexpected controversy

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The Atlanta Falcons used a throwback falcon design in a social media profile picture that drew comparisons from some users to Nazi-era German imagery. The falcon itself traces to the franchise’s early years.  (AP Photo/Danny Karnik)

The Atlanta Falcons wanted to show off a throwback look this week. Instead, the NFL team found itself at the center of an unexpected social media controversy. The Falcons changed their profile picture on X on Wednesday to an image featuring an old-style black falcon with red, black and other colored stripes behind it, USA TODAY reported.

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