NFC South Primarily Belongs to the Atlanta Falcons in 2025
As the season wrapped up, Kirk Cousins stepped in for Michael Penix Jr. and embraced the opportunity, guiding the team to a four-game winning streak. They ended the season tied with the Panthers and Buccaneers, both finishing at 8-9.
Sadly for Atlanta, the tiebreaker favored Carolina, granting them the division title and leaving the Falcons to regroup during the offseason.
With the conclusion of the season, the Falcons opted for a new direction, parting ways with head coach Raheem Morris. They brought in Kevin Stefanski, formerly of the Browns, as the new head coach.
At 44, Stefanski joins a core that includes Michael Penix Jr., Bijan Robinson, Chris Lindstrom, Drake London, and Jesse Bates III, alongside offseason innovations like Brian Robinson Jr., Tua Tagovailoa, Jahan Dotson, Jake Bailey, Austin Hooper, and promising second-round pick Avion Terrell.
On paper, it seems encouraging. Plus, with the fifth-easiest schedule projected for the 2026 season (based on the previous year’s stats), it’s easy to get swept up in visions of playoff dreams—though caution is advisable. The competition remains fierce, and it’s essential for Penix Jr. and the Falcons to make significant strides this upcoming year.
Looking at the NFL schedule, the Falcons will have home games against Lamar Jackson’s Baltimore Ravens on October 11, Caleb Williams’ Chicago Bears on October 18, and Brock Purdy’s San Francisco 49ers on October 25. They’re also set to face Patrick Mahomes’ Kansas City Chiefs on November 15 and Jared Goff’s Detroit Lions on December 6.
Additionally, they’ll meet Bryce Young’s Carolina Panthers on September 20 and Baker Mayfield’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers on December 27. It’s clear that Stefanski’s squad will need the support of their fans.
If you’re interested in witnessing the Falcons in action, tickets are on sale for all eight of their 2026 home games at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, available through verified platforms.
Atlanta Falcons 2026 Home Game Tickets
For those weighing which games to attend, we’re here to help. Check out the comprehensive listing of the Falcons’ home games, including dates and opponents.
Full Falcons 2026 Schedule
Thinking of traveling with the Falcons this year? Here’s their away game schedule to keep in mind as the season unfolds.
| Atlanta Falcons Away Game Schedule |
|---|
| Falcons vs. Steelers Sunday, September 13 at Acresure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA |
| Falcons vs. Packers Thursday, September 24 at Lambeau Field, Green Bay, WI |
| Falcons vs. Saints Monday, October 5 at Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA |
| Falcons vs. Buccaneers Sunday, November 1 at Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL |
| Falcons vs. Bengals Sunday, November 8 at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid, Spain |
| Falcons vs. Vikings Sunday, November 29 at U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN |
| Falcons vs. Browns Sunday, December 13 at Huntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH |
| Falcons vs. Commanders Sunday, December 20 at Northwest Stadium, Landover, MD |
| Falcons vs. Panthers January 9 or 10, 2027 at Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC |
How to Watch/Stream Falcons Games
There are various ways to catch the Falcons live this season from the comfort of your home. Stefanski’s well-rounded team will broadcast on ABC, CBS, ESPN, Fox, NBC, and NFL Network on selected dates.
Throughout the regular games, most NFC matchups are on FOX. For more prominent games, “Sunday Night Football” is available on NBC with Peacock, while “Monday Night Football” airs on ESPN, and “Thursday Night Football” streams on Amazon Prime Video.
Massive Concert Tour in 2026
Before and shortly after the Falcons kick off their season, several big-name artists will perform in Atlanta. Here’s a list of some of the concerts to watch out for:
• Don Toliver (May 19)
• A$AP Rocky (June 11)
• Tame Impala (July 11-12)
• J. Cole (July 17-18)
• Earth, Wind and Fire with Lionel Richie (July 19)
Need a bit more music? Check out our list of major events happening at State Farm Arena soon.
