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Falcons staff discusses NFC South contenders ahead of 2026 season

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Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Falcons staff discusses NFC South contenders ahead of 2026 season
Summary

As the 2026 NFL season approaches, the Atlanta Falcons' staff provides insights on the NFC South division in their latest roundtable discussion. The Falcons are aiming to end their playoff drought that began in 2017. Staff members expressed varied views on the strengths and weaknesses of rival teams: the Carolina Panthers, who won the division last year, are seen as strong contenders; the New Orleans Saints could also surprise if their quarterback performs well; and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers face uncertainty with potential regression. Training camp is set to commence soon, heightening anticipation for the upcoming season.

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  • •Falcons last made playoffs in 2017.
  • •Panthers won the NFC South in 2025.
  • •Saints' performance hinges on new quarterback Tyler Shough.
  • •Buccaneers may face regression under Todd Bowles.
  • •Training camp is approaching for all teams.
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  • 3:26 AMYahoo Sports — Falcons Roundtable: Breaking Down the NFC South Before the 2026 Season
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This week's Falcons Roundtable previews the NFC South, breaking down the Falcons' biggest division rivals. Can the Panthers repeat, will the Buccaneers regress, and are the Saints ready to surprise? Here's how our staff sees the race unfolding in 2026.

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