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NFL faces backlash over Falcons' three consecutive primetime games

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 3:55 AM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

NFL faces backlash over Falcons' three consecutive primetime games

Summary

The Atlanta Falcons are 0-2 after a 34-3 loss to the Carolina Panthers in their home opener on September 20, 2026. The team has struggled offensively, scoring just 16 points across two games and committing multiple turnovers. Despite this poor performance, the NFL scheduled the Falcons for three straight primetime games, prompting criticism from former players and fans alike. The Falcons will face the Green Bay Packers on Thursday Night Football, the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football, and the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday Night Football over the next few weeks, raising questions about the scheduling decisions made by the league.

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Status Watch

•Falcons suffered a 34-3 loss to the Panthers on September 20, 2026.
•The team is currently 0-2 with 16 total points scored.
•Atlanta has three consecutive primetime games scheduled shortly.
•Criticism stems from expectations set before the season began.
•Multiple turnovers hindered the Falcons' offense against Carolina.

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What they're saying

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The Atlanta Falcons followed a seven-point Week 1 loss by getting dismantled 34-3 by the Carolina Panthers in their home opener Sunday. Anyone hoping to look away from Atlanta’s rough start, however, may want to check the NFL schedule first.
— Yahoo Sports

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