Kevin Stefanski ranks fifth among NFL's new head coaches for 2026

Kevin Stefanski made his debut as head coach of the Atlanta Falcons during a preseason game against the Denver Broncos on August 16, 2026, where the Falcons lost 27-7. The Falcons' new offense, featuring Tua Tagovailoa, struggled in the loss, and the defense gave up significant yardage. Bucky Brooks from NFL.com ranked Stefanski as the fifth-best new head coach despite his recent record of 8-26 since 2024. The Falcons are hopeful that Stefanski can revitalize their offense and improve a team that has historically fallen short of expectations. Atlanta will look to improve when they face the Pittsburgh Steelers in the regular season opener on September 13.

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