Key takeaways from the Falcons 2026 schedule release
Atlanta’s opening stretch is rough, but they’ll have a favorable bye and travel schedule to compensate.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 17: Bijan Robinson #7 of the Atlanta Falcons stiff arms De'Vondre Campbell #59 of the Green Bay Packers during the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) | Getty Images First off, the Atlanta Falcons nailed their schedule release this year.
It was the perfect blend of nostalgia while highlighting the new era of Falcons football, and the media team hit it out of the park. This is Falcons Football: 2026 Compilation pic. twitter.
com/JWM7ip9xoW — Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) May 14, 2026 With the table set, let’s take a look at some early takeaways that will likely impact how the 2026 season unfolds: A Tough Start The Falcons won’t be able to ease into the season by playing weak opponents; they’ll also be thrust into the limelight and stay there for a few weeks. Atlanta will face off against five 2025 playoff teams in the first 9 weeks, they also face three division opponents in there first eight games. There are no “easy” opponents in this league but the Falcons will be tested early and often.
The team will have three consecutive primetime games, two of which will be on the road (Green Bay and New Orleans), before capping it off against Lamar Jackson. The first half slate ends against Joe Burrow’s Bengals in Madrid. Favorable travel and rest While the start of the season will be tough, the travel arrangements for the bulk of the season are pretty favorable.