During his stint with the Falcons, he led Atlanta to a 20–14 victory over the 9–0 Minnesota Vikings on Monday Night Football on November 19, 1973. 1973 was Lee's most successful season in the NFL.
As a member of the Falcons, Lee orchestrated Atlanta's 20-14 win against the undefeated Minnesota Vikings on Monday Night Football on November 19, 1973. This achievement represented the pinnacle of Lee's career in the NFL.