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Falcons Seek Revenge on 2026 NFL Schedule
16 May
Summary
- Falcons aim for revenge against Panthers and Bryce Young's record.
- Injuries and a tough 49ers loss impacted the Falcons' 2025 season.
- Coach Stefanski returns to Cleveland to face his former Browns team.
The Atlanta Falcons' 2026 NFL schedule has been released, pinpointing several key matchups for potential revenge. A significant focus is on Week 2 against the Carolina Panthers, a team Bryce Young has struggled against but holds a 4-1 record against Atlanta. Young's individual performance against the Falcons has been notable, including a franchise-record 448 passing yards in a previous outing.
The Falcons also aim to rebound from a demoralizing loss to the San Francisco 49ers last season. That game saw multiple significant injuries to Atlanta's roster, including Divine Deablo, Michael Penix Jr., Drake London, and Zach Harrison, which affected subsequent performances. The 49ers' coaching staff now includes former Falcons defensive coordinator Raheem Morris.
Another notable game is the Week 14 trip to Cleveland, marking head coach Kevin Stefanski's return to face his former team, the Browns. Stefanski, a two-time NFL Coach of the Year, was fired by Cleveland last season after a successful tenure despite roster challenges.
The Falcons will also face division rival New Orleans Saints, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the 'Dome-coming' game. Despite Atlanta sweeping the series in 2025 and leading the all-time record, the league's scheduling of this reunion game has reportedly caused internal friction.
