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Sunday, September 13, 2026
Falcons 2026 season predictions: What should we expect?

We know the schedule, we’ve circled the games we’re most interested in, and we’ve prepared to slog through some sleep-deprived workdays during that early season stretch of three straight primetime...

What channel is Steelers vs. Falcons on today? Live stream, time, TV schedule to watch NFL Week 1 game

Here's all you need to know to watch as Pittsburgh hosts Atlanta to open the season.

Saturday, September 12, 2026
Cooper Rush aggravates back, still expected to start in season opener

The Atlanta Falcons’ quarterback situation has somehow become even more complicated ahead of their Week 1 matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The team announced on Saturday that quarterback...

The Falcoholic Reacts: The countdown to Michael Penix Jr.’s return

Tua Tagovailoa’s latest injury setback may accelerate the push to get Michael Penix Jr. back on the field. An oblique injury has ruled out Tagovailoa against the Steelers on Sunday. That leaves...

Steelers' game against Falcons just got another twist

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers may have a break.

Rush still to start for ailing Falcons despite back spasms

Falcons quarterback Cooper Rush experienced back spasms Saturday, but will still start Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers, the team announced.

Falcons get worrying Cooper Rush report one day before Week 1 opener

This update on the Falcons QB3 is not a good sign for Week 1.

Falcons elevate Bralen Trice, Nick Muse for Steelers game; place Cameron Williams on IR

Atlanta has made its first practice squad elevations of the season ahead of its matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Falcons vs. Steelers: A look at the series history going into 2026

The Falcons open their season by making the journey up to Western Pennsylvania to face one of the NFL’s blue bloods and a team that has absolutely owned them throughout their respective histories....

Falcons Draft 2027: 12 Prospects to watch in week two of CFB

College football is in full swing and Falcons fans are getting close to shifting focus to the draft without playing a game. However, the Falcons are projected to have seven picks in next year’s...

Christian Harris’ Falcons future is getting complicated before his season debut

Christian Harris is watching Falcons rookies Kendal Daniels and Harold Perkins Jr. steal his role in real time

Falcons' Avieon Terrell couldn't ask for a better Week 1 breakout opportunity

The Atlanta Falcons are asking a lot of rookie cornerback Avieon Terrell in his NFL debut.

Brandon Dorlus' position change paved the way for breakout Falcons DL to shine

Brandon Dorlus moving to edge rusher helped one Atlanta Falcons DT jump into the starting lineup.

How Cooper Rush starting at QB changes the Falcons’ offensive game plan

Tua Tagovailoa’s back is tighter than a clam with lockjaw, and Michael Penix Jr. doesn’t trust his knee as far as he can throw it. It’s Cooper Rush time. For some, this feels like the worst-case...

Tua Tagovailoa's injury may see his Falcons career come to a screeching halt

Tua Tagovailoa's oblique injury is the worse thing to happen to his career with the Atlanta Falcons.

Friday, September 11, 2026
Falcons vs. Steelers Week 1 injuries: Tua Tagovailoa ruled out for Sunday

The final practice leading up to Week 1 games is in the books. Both the Atlanta Falcons and Pittsburgh Steelers have been prepping all week to face off in their season debuts, and we have been...

Steelers' Porter, amid extension talks, questionable for opener

Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. is listed as questionable for Sunday's season opener, as both he and team continue to try to reach a contract extension.

Unknown Falcons defender is about to embark on a career-defining season

There is a lot on the line for Atlanta Falcons safety DeMarcco Hellams in 2026.

3 ways Falcons could utilize Zachariah Branch during 2026 rookie season

The Falcons rookie WR could see some unique usage this upcoming season.

Will the Falcons cut Tua Tagovailoa? Why QB's Atlanta tenure could meet swift end after latest injury

Atlanta hasn't seen its veteran quarterback in real action, but there now appears to be a chance he never plays a game for the Falcons.

Falcons' Tagovailoa out, Rush to start vs. Steelers

The Falcons will start backup Cooper Rush at quarterback in Sunday's opener against the Steelers after ruling starter Tua Tagovailoa out with an oblique injury.

Tua Tagovailoa, Cooper Rush, Michael Penix Jr.: Everything we know about the state of the QB in Atlanta

Tua Tagovailoa has been ruled out of Sunday's game. Cooper Rush will start.

Tua Tagovailoa will miss Week 1 but the Falcons' path to victory is the same

The Atlanta Falcons will have to play their season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers without Tua Tagovailoa, but the path to victory is still the same.

Ian Cunningham's early Falcons tenure is becoming impossible to evaluate

Atlanta Falcons fans are growing uncertain about Ian Cunningham after some surprising roster decisions in Year 1 as GM.

Can Atlanta finally win in Pittsburgh? Falcons vs Steelers Week 1 preview ft. Jarrett Bailey

Can Atlanta finally win in Pittsburgh? Kevin Knight is joined by Jarrett Bailey (SB Nation) to discuss the Falcons Week 1 clash with the Steelers, including the latest injury report, thoughts on...

Falcons Game Report: QB Tua Tagovailoa ruled out of Sunday's game

The veteran quarterback has an oblique injury.

Falcons make major Tua Tagovailoa, Cooper Rush starting decisions for Week 1

This Tua Tagovailoa decision from the Falcons is a major one for Week 1.

Falcons rule out Tua Tagovailoa vs. Steelers, Cooper Rush to start at quarterback

Tagovailoa suffered an oblique injury in practice Thursday

Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr. both inactive for Week 1 Falcons vs. Steelers

The official injury report hasn’t been released yet, but the team confirmed to onsite media after practice that both Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. will be inactive against the Steelers in...

Falcons have 'strong' chance of cutting Tua Tagovailoa if one thing happens

This bold Tua Tagovailoa decision from the Falcons would not be a major surprise.

Zachariah Branch's place on Falcons' depth chart doesn't tell the full story

The Atlanta Falcons not naming Zachariah Branch a Week 1 starter doesn't reveal very much.

What to know about Falcons – Steelers in Week 1

Season openers can be many different things. They can be trials, making teams test their mettle against terrific opponents, as was the case with the Patriots-Seahawks Wednesday night matchup. They...

Falcons' defense is being hit with the perfect recipe for regression in 2026

There are a lot of factors working against Jeff Ulbrich and the Atlanta Falcons this upcoming season.

Tua Tagovailoa isn't the only factor that could spoil Falcons' season opener

Tua Tagovailoa having a successful Atlanta Falcons debut falls on more than just his own shoulders.

Falcons news: Tua Tagovailoa lands on injury report with oblique. What does it mean?

Hello Falcoholics, and welcome to Friday’s Falcons Opening Drive. Today, of course, is the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11th. Our hearts go out to the survivors, to those who lost their lives that...

Raheem Morris' stellar 49ers debut makes his Falcons failure sting even worse

It took one game with the San Francisco 49ers for Raheem Morris to make the Atlanta Falcons look silly.

Thursday, September 10, 2026
Tua suffers oblique injury in practice; Rush takes Falcons' QB1 reps

Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa sustained an oblique injury in practice Thursday and was listed as a limited participant.

Tua Tagovailoa exited practice with oblique injury, Cooper Rush next man up

Cooper Rush is about as good of a third quarterback as you’ll find in today’s NFL, and is certainly one of the most experienced. That said, when you’re staring down the barrel of starting your QB3...

Tua Tagovailoa injury history: A complete timeline of injuries for Falcons QB

The Sporting News details every injury Tua Tagovailoa has dealt with throughout his NFL career.

Cooper Rush takes first-team reps in wake of Tua Tagovailoa's oblique injury

Tagovailoa was limited in Thursday's practice with an oblique injury.

Falcons fans have no reason to freak out about Tua Tagovailoa's injury scare

Tua Tagovailoa getting injured is brutal for the Atlanta Falcons, but it could be a whole lot worse.

Falcons Injury Report: QB Tua Tagovailoa added to Thursday report

The veteran quarterback was limited with an oblique injury.

Tua Tagovailoa appears to suffer possible injury ahead of Week 1: Who's up next with Michael Penix inactive?

A look at the Falcons' depth chart as their top two QBs may be unavailable against the Steelers

Falcons keep getting reminded letting Tyler Allgeier walk was the right choice

Brian Robinson Jr. has become the Atlanta Falcons' new Tyler Allgeier for a much cheaper price tag.

Tua Tagovailoa injury update reveals new concern for Atlanta Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons appear to have an injury concern with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa ahead of the Week 1 game on Sunday.

Kevin Stefanski is already facing a familiar problem in Year 1 with the Falcons

Kevin Stefanski is facing quarterback uncertainty with the Atlanta Falcons just like he did in Cleveland.

Where to watch Atlanta Falcons vs. Pittsburgh Steelers

All the information you need to watch, stream or listen to the Falcons' season opener against the Steelers.

Bijan Robinson details Tua Tagovailoa's X-factor that will make Falcons offense click

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson hyped Tua Tagovailoa and his experience as an X-factor that can set the offense apart in 2026.

Falcons finish with a not-so-ideal record in this season prediction

The Atlanta Falcons enter an uncertain season that could easily result in yet another losing season.

Falcons unveil 2026 uniform schedule

Atlanta will have a whole new look for the 2026 season.

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