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Monday, September 21, 2026
Falcons announce starting QB for Week 3: Michael Penix gets call against Packers

Thursday night will mark Penix's first game in 10 months

Michael Penix Jr. has a lot on the line amid his return to the starting lineup

Michael Penix Jr. has a lot to prove in his first start for the Atlanta Falcons since last November.

Michael Penix Jr. will start at QB on Thursday Night Football against the Packers

After two weeks of starting their third-string quarterback, the Atlanta Falcons will get their preferred starting quarterback back out there for Week 3. Michael Penix Jr. will start for Atlanta...

Falcons estimated injury report released as Week 3 commences

Atlanta is on a short week as they prepare to face the Green Bay Packers on Thursday Night Football.

Falcons make desperately-needed Michael Penix Jr. announcement for Week 3

This announcement is a huge sigh of relief for Falcons fans heading into Week 3.

Michael Penix Jr. named starting QB for Thursday Night Football vs. Packers

Penix makes his official return from a season-ending knee injury last season.

Falcons don't have much time to figure out their QB situation after Week 2 loss

A Thursday night game against the Packers doesn't help the Atlanta Falcons out of their QB pickle,

Falcons make NFL history with Red Zone stat seen three times since 1978

The Falcons are making all sorts of bad NFL history to begin the season.

Ranking 5 worst losses in Week 2: Falcons, Buccaneers and Commanders all in the running

Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers sputtered in New England, while Jayden Daniels suffered another major injury setback as ugly Sunday performances piled up across the league

Jawaan Taylor's injury could see Ethan Onianwa get his moment in the spotlight

The Atlanta Falcons will have to rely on a Day 3 draft pick with Jawaan Taylor on the mend.

Falcons Draft 2027: Stock up, Stock Down for Early Season Prospects

The Atlanta Falcons are currently sitting in the middle of a rebuild, where the 2027 NFL Draft becomes more and more important the closer we get to it. With the talent available, there is a chance...

Falcons' Jack Strand joins two Super Bowl champions with INT history on first NFL pass

This isn't the kind of start Strand wanted to have, but he's got some good company.

Falcons' Drake London gets into heated exchange with fan during blowout loss to Panthers

London said the person said personal things to him as Atlanta fell 0-2 on the season

The Falcons’ Kevin Stefanski Experiment Is Off to a Brutal Start

The Atlanta Falcons are 0-2 after scoring just 16 points, and Kevin Stefanski’s quarterback situation has quickly become a major concern.

Kevin Stefanski is the person to blame for Jack Strand's brutal Falcons debut

Jack Strand's lackluster Atlanta Falcons debut was the victim of some serious coaching malpractice.

Jack Strand's debut, Harold Perkins Jr.'s versatility and more notes from Panthers vs. Falcons

Catching you up on the news, notes and quotes from the Falcons' season opener.

Cooper Rush is making Falcons fans pray Michael Penix Jr.'s return is coming

Thankfully, it seems that the Atlanta Falcons could get Michael Penix Jr. back in time for their Week 3 clash.

Falcons vs. Panthers recap: A famine for the eyes

Every NFL season begins with a glimmer of hope, a flickering candle in the darkness that seems to show an open door. If you’re a good team, that light burns brighter and longer, and your confident...

3 winners (and 4 losers) for another brutal Falcons loss vs. Panthers

The Atlanta Falcons hit a new low in a blowout loss to the Carolina Panthers.

Sunday, September 20, 2026
Falcons searching for answers after crushing loss to Carolina

Frustration boiled over on the Falcons’ sideline during a 34-3 loss to the Panthers, but head coach Kevin Stefanski insists Atlanta’s locker room remains resilient despite mounting quarterback and...

Week 2 winners and losers: Tyler Shough shines; Bijan Robinson struggles

Tyler Shough and DeVonta Smith came up big in Week 2, while Bijan Robinson and Justin Jefferson had very quiet days.

Stefanski noncommittal on 'TNF' QB as Falcons, Rush struggle again

Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski would not say who would be the team's starter in Week 3 against the Packers on "Thursday Night Football" after Cooper Rush struggled again Sunday.

Panthers in awe of Llyod's 'dominant' takeover vs. Falcons

Devin Lloyd finished Sunday's win over the Falcons with two interceptions, including one for a pick-six, nine total tackles, a sack and three pass breakups.

WR London regrets argument with fan, but 'I don't take light to disrespect'

Falcons wide receiver Drake London got into a verbal confrontation with someone in the crowd during his team's 34-3 loss to the Panthers on Sunday.

'You have to earn it': Falcons know they have work to do in Atlanta

After a 34-3 loss to the Panthers dropped Atlanta to 0-2, Falcons coaches and players understand the frustration of their fanbase. They also know the responsibility of changing the narrative falls...

Week 2 Snap Reactions: Falcons continue to flail

The Atlanta Falcons lost in embarrassing fashion. The Carolina Panthers have now won four straight against the dirty birds, making Bryce Young a minority owner. Here are the Week 2 snap reactions:...

Divine Deablo agreeing with Falcons fans' boos adds insult after humiliating loss

The Atlanta Falcons' humiliating Week 2 loss saw their captains agree with a frustrated group of fans.

Drake London apparently tells fan he will 'f— him up' as Falcons WR's frustrations boil over

The Falcons' lackluster start to the year already appears to be getting to their star wide receiver.

5 instant takeaways from Falcons' pathetic Week 2 drubbing vs. Panthers

The Atlanta Falcons just got dogwalked by the Carolina Panthers, and things are looking real bleak.

Falcons vs Panthers Week 2 postgame show: A noncompetitive performance

The Falcons turned the ball over 5 times and delivered a noncompetitive performance behind quarterback Cooper Rush against the rival Panthers. Kevin Knight and Allen Strk discuss the decision to...

Falcons – Panthers Week 2 instant recap: Brutalized in the Benz

We came into this game knowing it had the potential to be ugly. Bryce Young usually kills the Falcons, Cooper Rush was starting at quarterback, and that alone seemed like it could go awry. It did...

Game Breakdown: What happened in Falcons vs. Panthers

The main takeaways and observations from Atlanta's second regular-season game of the 2026 season, and first game against an NFC South opponent.

Falcons waited way too long to replace Cooper Rush with rookie Jack Strand

The Atlanta Falcons' quarterback woes are self-inflicted and nor just Cooper Rush's fault.

Why Jack Strand took over as Falcons QB after Cooper Rush's poor day

Cooper Rush doesn't look to have much longer as Atlanta's starting QB.

Falcons – Panthers Week 2 fan discussion

The Falcons are 0-1 and set to start Cooper Rush today, so I think it’s fair to say many fans are already combating Falcons fatigue. A win here against a divisional rival, one that would send...

Atlanta Falcons Week 2 inactives vs. Carolina Panthers

The Falcons make final decision on QB Tua Tagovailoa. Receive good news about Chris Lindstrom's game status.

3 reasons the Falcons offense can bounce back against the Panthers in Week 2

There's no getting around the fact that the Atlanta Falcons offense was a dumpster fire in Pittsburgh last week. Some of it was out of their control, to be fair

Falcons get encouraging Michael Penix Jr. update on Week 3 status

This update for the Falcons QB is some fantastic news for Week 3.

Intriguing players to watch in Falcons vs. Panthers

After a disappointing Week 1 loss, the Atlanta Falcons return home to clash against NFC South rival Carolina Panthers. The winner will get an early lead in the division, and it sets up perfectly...

Falcons vs. Panthers: What will Week 2’s win or loss mean for Atlanta?

For the eighth time in the last nine seasons, the Falcons have stumbled out of the starting gate with a defeat in their opening game of the season. It was a rock fight between Atlanta and...

Falcons’ Michael Penix could be starting QB vs. Packers on TNF Week 3

When will Michael Penix be ready to start? That’s the question that’s been on everyone’s minds since at least Day 1 of this year’s training camp. According to reports from national insiders, that...

Tetairoa McMillan isn't the only Panthers WR Falcons should be worried about

The Atlanta Falcons are going to have to deal with a Panthers' breakout candidate in Week 2.

Sources: Falcons eye Week 3 return for Penix, expected to keep Tua

Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. is nearing a return and could make his 2026 debut on Thursday night against the Packers, sources told ESPN.

Michael Penix Jr.'s injury is making Falcons' direction at QB crystal clear

Michael Penix Jr. has been ruled out for the Falcons' Week 2 contest against the Panthers. Atlanta may have to make a tough decision regarding its future at quarterback.

The Falcoholic Reacts: Living up to the new contract

Two key players struggled mightily against the Steelers in a very winnable game. Matthew Bergeron and A.J. Terrell were penalized, lackadaisical, and a step behind far too often in their...

Terron Armstead still believes in Tua Tagovailoa despite shaky Falcons tenure

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is getting a major note of confidence from a former teammate.

Saturday, September 19, 2026
It’s time for the Falcons to unleash Zachariah Branch

The Atlanta Falcons offense got off to a disappointing start in Week 1, and perhaps no player felt it more than rookie wide receiver Zachariah Branch. Branch was a non-factor last Sunday, through...

Zach Harrison elevated for Falcons' home opener vs. Panthers

The former third-round pick will play in his 41st game for the Falcons and has been a steady contributor for the defensive line.

Falcons vs. Panthers: A look at the series history going into 2026 (Part 1)

Week 2 doubles down as Atlanta’s home opener and the opening to their 2026 account of divisional matchups when the Carolina Panthers come down I-85 for a meeting at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. This is...

ESPN analyst predicts Falcons will use QB Jack Strand in fascinating way in Week 2

This predicted plan with the QB4 would be very fascinating.

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