The 2026 Atlanta Falcons schedule is here. Coming off a 8-9 season with no playoff berth, the Atlanta Falcons face a challenging 18-week slate featuring critical NFC South matchups and high-stakes non-conference battles. Whether you’re heading to Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA or watching from your couch, use our printable Atlanta Falcons schedule in PDF format to ensure you never miss a kickoff. All kickoff times and TV/streaming assignments are included for you (TBAs will be updated as networks announce flex picks).
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2026 Atlanta Falcons Schedule Grid
| Week | Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV / Streaming |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sun, Sept 13 | @ Pittsburgh Steelers | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 2 | Sun, Sept 20 | vs. Carolina Panthers | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 3 | Thu, Sept 24 | @ Green Bay Packers | 8:15 PM | Prime Video |
| 4 | Mon, Oct 5 | @ New Orleans Saints | 8:15 PM | ESPN |
| 5 | Sun, Oct 11 | vs. Baltimore Ravens | 8:20 PM | NBC |
| 6 | Sun, Oct 18 | vs. Chicago Bears | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 7 | Sun, Oct 25 | vs. San Francisco 49ers | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 8 | Sun, Nov 1 | @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 9 | Sun, Nov 8 | vs. Cincinnati Bengals | 9:30 AM | NFL Net |
| 10 | Sun, Nov 15 | vs. Kansas City Chiefs | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 11 | BYE WEEK | |||
| 12 | Sun, Nov 29 | @ Minnesota Vikings | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 13 | Sun, Dec 6 | vs. Detroit Lions | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 14 | Sun, Dec 13 | @ Cleveland Browns | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 15 | Sun, Dec 20 | @ Washington Commanders | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 16 | TBD – Flex Game | vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | TBD | TBD |
| 17 | Sun, Jan 3 | vs. New Orleans Saints | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 18 | TBD – Flex Game | @ Carolina Panthers | TBD | TBD |
👉 View the 2026 Atlanta Falcons Preseason Schedule — opponents, dates, and printable PDF for all three preseason games.
All times Eastern. Schedule subject to flex scheduling and broadcast network changes.
Printable 2026 Atlanta Falcons Schedule (PDF)
Our signature team schedule PDF is designed for functionality. We have removed heavy team colors and stadium photography to provide a minimalist, “your printer’s favorite” resource.
- Format: Single-page 8.5″ x 11″ PDF.
- Features: Full 18-week schedule, home/away designations, and broadcast channels.
- Branding: Includes the official Atlanta Falcons logo for easy recognition.
Download 2026 Atlanta Falcons Schedule PDF
Key Matchups for the Atlanta Falcons
- The Rivalry Game: On Sun, Sept 20, the Atlanta Falcons host the Carolina Panthers in a NFC South matchup that could shape the divisional race.
- Prime-Time Spotlight: Watch the Atlanta Falcons on the national stage on Thu, Sept 24 (Thursday Night Football) traveling to face the Green Bay Packers.
NFL Planning Resources
- 2026 NFL Weekly Schedule Hub: Download Team Schedules and more.
- 2026 NFL Bye Week Schedule: Plan your fantasy roster around the designated off-weeks for all 32 teams.
- 2026 NFL Weekly Schedules and Pickem Sheets: The Pickem sheets with the weekly schedule + TV assignments.
- Printable NFL Schedules 2026: Printable schedules for all 32 teams and more.
Authoritative source: Atlanta Falcons on NFL.com
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the 2026 Atlanta Falcons season start and end?
The Atlanta Falcons open Week 1 in September 2026 and finish Week 18 in January 2027.
Who are the Atlanta Falcons’s 2026 division rivals?
As a NFC South team, the Atlanta Falcons play home-and-away series against their three division rivals each year. Those matchups are the cornerstone of the schedule and often decide playoff seeding.
Where can I download a printable 2026 Atlanta Falcons schedule?
Click either green button on this page to download the official low-ink Atlanta Falcons printable PDF — a one-page 8.5″ x 11″ sheet with kickoff times, opponents, and TV/streaming assignments.
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