The 2004 Atlanta Falcons are stylized on this 2005 Topps team set. In his fourth year, Michael Vick led this team to an 11-4 record and to the NFC Championship game before falling to the Philadelphia Eagles. Vick made the Pro-Bowl throwing for 2300 yards and rushing for just over 900 yards accounting for 17 touchdowns. Warrick Dunn, an all-time favorite of mine, led the team with 1106 yards receiving and nine touchdowns.
I really like the design of these cards. which marked the 50th anniversary of Topps football cards. These particular cards say All-Pro but they actually mean Pro Bowl. Huge mistake by Topps since there is a very big difference between the two. Still I enjoy Pro Bowl cards and I like these which star with in-game photos.
This set also shows Roddy White who was selected in the 1st round of the 2005 NFL Draft. Alge Crumpler led the team in receptions and receiving yards while Allen Rossum was a standout return man.
For a team that threw for under 3000 yards they really focused in on the quarterbacks and receivers. The defense didn't get much love. An Schaub? He only threw for 330 yards on the year which makes him an odd inclusion. The backs are nice even if they aren't spectacular. Maybe they could have added Patrick Kerney who also made the Pro Bowl. Definitely a set in which I'll search out more singles due to the nice design.
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