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Thursday, September 24, 2026
Kyle Pitts is due for a turnaround in Falcons' Week 3 matchup vs. Packers

The Atlanta Falcons finally have the quarterback play designed to get the most out of Kyle Pitts' skillset.

NFL Week 3 picks: Our experts face off on Falcons at Packers, Ravens vs. Cowboys and more

CBS Sports writers Jordan Dajani and Jared Dubin predict this weekend's top games

Falcons are going to have their work cut out for them in road clash vs. Packers

The Atlanta Falcons are facing a Green Bay Packers team that has disappointed just as much in Week 3.

Packers’ offensive line becomes Thursday night’s crucial matchup against Falcons

Green Bay has some questions heading into their home opener on Thursday.

'Ugh,' a lefty QB: Why the NFL has struggled with southpaw quarterbacks, and the one team leaning into it

With Michael Penix Jr. starting Thursday and Tua Tagovailoa on the roster, the Falcons enter a rare NFL realm.

Falcons vs. Packers: What will Week 3’s win or loss mean for Atlanta?

We’ve barely begun the season, yet the Falcons are already reeling following back to back weeks with Cooper Rush as the starter. The latest, a 34-3 home opener humiliation at the hands of the...

Falcons' Za'Darius Smith is bound to thrive in mini-homecoming against Packers

Za'Darius Smith and the Atlanta Falcons' pass rush are about to go ham against the Packers in Week 3.

What channel is Packers vs. Falcons on? Schedule, time, live stream to watch NFL 'Thursday Night Football' in Week 3

All you need to know to watch Packers vs. Falcons on "Thursday Night Football," including TV info and how to live stream the game.

Falcons' Tommy Rees can finally open up the playbook with Michael Penix Jr. back

Atlanta Falcons' OC Tommy Rees will finally be able to get creative with Michael Penix Jr. in the lineup.

Falcons QB depth chart: Does Michael Penix Jr.'s return mean end of Tua Tagovailoa?

With Michael Penix Jr. back in the fold, Tua Tagovailoa might have missed his opportunity to start for the Falcons.

What time is the NFL game tonight? TV schedule, channel, live stream to watch Packers vs. Falcons

All you need to know to watch "Thursday Night Football" between the Packers and Falcons, including TV channel and live streaming info.

Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Can Michael Penix save the Falcons season? Falcoholic Live, Ep390

With Michael Penix Jr. set to make his return on Thursday Night Football against the Packers, is it possible for the young signal caller to rejuvenate the Falcons offense and save the 2026 season?...

Packers are in a 'dire' situation heading into Thursday Night Football vs. Falcons

Things are not going well for the Packers, even after their Week 2 win.

NFL Week 3 injury report: Packers offensive line in trouble; Michael Penix Jr. set to take over Falcons QB job

Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels and Jaxson Dart are among the quarterbacks sidelined as we track every practice update across the league

Falcons injury report: QB Tua Tagovailoa, DL Brandon Dorlus available for Atlanta in Green Bay

The veteran quarterback — who will act as Michael Penix Jr.'s backup — did not receive a game designation.

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

The Falcons step into a quick turnaround this week, with a Thursday Night Football matchup coming at storied Lambeau Field for a meeting with a franchise which has been immensely more successful...

Michael Penix Jr.'s return may pour cold water on Tua Tagovailoa's Falcons tenure

Michael Penix Jr,'s return to the Atlanta Falcons' lineup is looking worse and worse for Tua Tagovailoa.

Falcons sign CB Robert Longerbeam off Philadelphia Eagles practice squad

Atlanta placed starting cornerback A.J. Terrell on injured reserve Tuesday ahead of its game on Thursday night against the Green Bay Packers.

What to know about Falcons – Packers on Thursday Night Football

We barely have time to digest the Week 2 loss to the Carolina Panthers before the Atlanta Falcons suit up to take on the Green Bay Packers in Week 3. Perhaps that’s for the best, or perhaps we’re...

Where to watch Atlanta Falcons vs. Green Bay Packers

All the information you need to watch, stream or listen to the Falcons vs. Packers game on Thursday night.

Falcons HC reveals big Tua Tagovailoa news for Week 3 Packers matchup

This is some big news for the Falcons' quarterback room.

Josh Jacobs' absence has exposed a Packers weakness the Falcons must exploit

The Atlanta Falcons better make sure their defense capitalizes on Josh Jacobs' absence tomorrow.

Michael Penix Jr.'s return only settles part of the Falcons' QB controversy

Just because Michael Penix Jr. is back doesn't make him the Atlanta Falcons' long-term answer at QB.

The Falcoholic Reacts Survey: Gearing up for primetime

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Falcons fans and fans across the country. It’s rare for a team that didn’t...

Falcons have no concrete plan to replace A.J. Terrell after his placement on IR

Replacing the injured A.J. Terrell will be easier said than done for the Atlanta Falcons.

Michael Penix Jr. cleared up the questions about why he's starting in Week 3

The Atlanta Falcons starting Michael Penix Jr. in Week 3 and not Week 2 now makes a lot more sense.

Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Falcons vs. Packers injury report: A.J. Terrell lands on IR

We are moving right along on this short week, as the Atlanta Falcons and Green Bay Packers both held their first actual practices of the week. We received some injury updates, including some bad...

Falcons hit with major A.J. Terrell blow ahead of Packers showdown

The Atlanta Falcons will be without star cornerback A.J. Terrell for at least four games after a groin injury landed him on injured reserve ahead of Thursday night’s matchup against the Green Bay...

Michael Penix returns, A.J. Terrell to IR: Tuesday Takes with Tre’Shon

The Falcons struggled through a lifeless Week 2 loss to the Panthers, but hope is on the horizon with Michael Penix Jr. set to return in Week 3. Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz break down the...

Falcons poach CB Robert Longerbeam from Eagles practice squad

Atlanta already lost Tyler Goodson to the NFC East this season after the Cowboys swiped him off their practice squad. Now the Falcons are returning the favor, sort of, by poaching a practice squad...

What the Falcons' Week 2 snap counts say about this team's plans in 2026

The Atlanta Falcons' Week 2 snap counts told us more than the box score or stat sheet ever would've.

Falcons injury report: QB Tua Tagovailoa returns to full participation

Starting right tackle Jawaan Taylor and defensive end Brandon Dorlus returned to full participation status, too.

A Packers Loss to the Falcons Could Put Matt LaFleur Under Pressure

The Packers face an important Thursday night matchup against the winless Falcons as Matt LaFleur’s team looks to keep pace in the NFC North.

Falcons rookie Avieon Terrell has quietly been a bright spot for Atlanta's defense

Avieon Terrell has made a much bigger impact on the Atlanta Falcons' defense than the numbers suggest.

Falcons place CB Terrell on IR with groin injury

The Falcons placed star cornerback A.J. Terrell on injured reserve Tuesday with a groin injury, the team announced.

Tracking the NFC South: Panthers, Saints take early division lead

The division is split heading into Week 3.

Falcons place CB A.J. Terrell on IR, sign DL Zach Harrison

The hits keep coming for the Atlanta Falcons. After an 0-2 start, the team received some hope with the news that quarterback Michael Penix Jr. would be making his first start on Thursday Night...

Kevin Stefanski deserves some grace (and some blame) amid Falcons' QB issues

The Atlanta Falcons' QB issues aren't Kevin Stefanski's fault, but he also didn't make them any better.

Falcons place A.J. Terrell Jr. on injured reserve

In a corresponding move, the team has signed DL Zach Harrison to the active roster.

'She would have loved this.' Za'Darius Smith fulfills his late mother's wish

In his first home game as an Atlanta Falcon, Smith honored his late mother's wish by bringing together faith, family and football.

Week 3 NFL Power Rankings Roundup: Where your favorite teams rank

Falcons placed towards the bottom of the aggregated rankings.

Cooper Rush has single-handedly ruined it for some of his fellow veteran QBs

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Cooper Rush is playing so poorly that other aging veterans like him may find it tough to land a contract.

Falcons vs. Packers injury report: A.J. Terrell dealing with groin issue

It’s the start of a new week, a short week at that, as the Atlanta Falcons and Green Bay Packers prepare to face off in primetime on Thursday night. The Falcons are now 0-2 and dealing with some...

Gervon Dexter Sr.'s breakout game has Falcons' offseason gamble aging better

The Atlanta Falcons now look like geniuses for bringing in Gervon Dexter from Chicago.

NFC South Week 2 Review: Two impressive wins, two embarrassing losses

The Panthers and Saints grab their first wins of the season, while the Falcons and Buccaneers quest for a W continues. The division’s young quarterbacks are making a case that their time is now....

Falcons snap counts for a home humiliation against the Panthers in Week 2

There’s only so much you can take away from snap counts in a game like this, given that it got away from the Falcons very quickly and backups were in by midway through the third quarter....

Michael Penix Jr. starting will offer Falcons' offense the spark it badly needed

The Atlanta Falcons have three weapons who stand to benefit from Michael Penix Jr. being the starter.

Falcons' QB confidence meter now that Michael Penix Jr. was named the starter

The Atlanta Falcons are in an interesting spot at quarterback through two weeks of the season.

Monday, September 21, 2026
Atlanta Falcons Week 3 depth chart vs. Green Bay Packers

The Falcons will travel to Green Bay to face the Packers on Thursday Night Football.

Falcons QB Penix to make season debut Thursday vs. Packers

Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will make his season debut this Thursday night when he starts against the Packers, the team announced Monday.

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