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NFL notes: Falcons appear willing to wait for Seahawks’ Dan Quinn

Associated Press

The Atlanta Falcons’ coach search could become a waiting game if their top candidate is Seattle defensive coordinator Dan Quinn.

Atlanta already has conducted its first interview with Quinn. The Seahawks will play Green Bay in Sunday’s NFC championship game.

If Seattle beats Green Bay, Quinn may not be available for a second interview until after the Feb. 1 Super Bowl.

The NFL’s anti-tampering policy allows teams to conduct follow-up interviews – but not first interviews – in the bye week following conference championship games. Seattle could deny permission for the second interview until after the Super Bowl.

Quinn has also met with the Bears.

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