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Falcons debut new red uniforms against Panthers in Week 2 matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 11:31 AM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Falcons debut new red uniforms against Panthers in Week 2 matchup

Summary

The Atlanta Falcons will unveil their new red uniforms for their Week 2 matchup against the Carolina Panthers on September 18, 2026. The game takes place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta and kicks off at 1 p.m. ET. After a narrow loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 1, the Falcons aim to secure their first win of the season. Carolina won the last three games against Atlanta, including both matches in 2025. There is a possibility that quarterback Michael Penix Jr. might make his season debut if cleared to play, but backup Cooper Rush is poised to start if necessary.

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•Falcons will wear new red uniforms for the first time this season.
•Game against Panthers starts at 1 p.m. ET on September 18, 2026.
•Falcons lost to Steelers in Week 1 and aim to bounce back.
•Penix Jr. may make his 2026 debut depending on injury status.
•Panthers have won the last three encounters against the Falcons.

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