The 1972 Atlanta Falcons season was the franchise's seventh year in the National Football League (NFL).

[1] Standing at 7–5 the Falcons traveled to San Francisco with the NFC West division title on the line.

Facing the Kansas City Chiefs in their final game of the season, Running Back Dave Hampton surpassed the 1,000-yard mark.

However, a play later he was thrown for a six-yard loss to end the season with 995 yards, as the Falcons lost and finished 7–7.

Running backs (RB) Wide receivers (WR) Tight ends (TE) Defensive linemen (DL) Defensive backs (DB) Special teams