5 takeaways from the Falcons' 2026 schedule release
Breaking down the Falcons' 2026 schedule: 5 key takeaways
The Atlanta Falcons have unveiled their schedule for the 2026 NFL season. While their opponents were already known, we now have the dates and times of each contest on their schedule. This added information provides context and gives the fans a better idea of what to expect.
Here are five takeaways from the Falcons' official schedule for the 2026 NFL season. 1. Steelers have dominated Falcons throughout history The Falcons will face the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 1, and history is not on their side.
Since 1966, Atlanta has defeated the Steelers just twice in 19 career matchups. The Falcons have lost five straight games against Pittsburgh, with their last win coming in 2006. Obviously, the Falcons want to get off to a good start, but that would require beating a Steelers team that has dominated them for roughly 60 years.
2. Falcons get the early bird special from NFL During the first five weeks of the season, Atlanta will play just one game at the 1 p. m time slot, largely due to the team's early run of prime-time games.