ESPN predicts bleak future for Atlanta Falcons through 2029
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 4:14 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026

ESPN's annual future power rankings place the Atlanta Falcons at No. 27 out of 32 NFL teams. According to the report, the Falcons are projected to miss the playoffs for the next four seasons, from 2027 to 2029, due to a perceived lack of a quality quarterback. The team's overall roster is ranked 21st excluding the quarterback position, and additional rankings show poor standings in coaching and front office categories. Despite this, some analysts believe that with the right moves, such as acquiring a competent quarterback, the team's outlook could improve significantly.
- •Falcons ranked 27th in ESPN's power rankings of NFL teams.
- •Predicted to miss the playoffs from 2027 to 2029.
- •Team's roster rated 21st, coaching 17th, and front office 24th.
- •Lack of a starting quarterback cited as a main issue.
- •Analysts suggest a single impactful QB acquisition could change outlook.
- 4:14 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN shares devastating prediction for Falcons' future
"ESPN predicts Falcons will miss the playoffs for the next 4 seasons.
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