Packers face Falcons defense in Thursday Night Football matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 11:58 PM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
The Green Bay Packers will host the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday Night Football, coming off an inconsistent offensive performance. Quarterback Jordan Love faces a challenging Falcons defense that has pressured opponents effectively, ranking third in pressure rate. The Falcons have allowed 54 points in two games, but only 23 points on non-short fields. With key injuries affecting the Packers' offensive line, Love must maintain composure under pressure while tackling Atlanta's single-high defensive schemes. Both teams are looking to improve their early-season records.
- •Game scheduled for Thursday Night Football
- •Jordan Love aims to improve following a shaky performance
- •Falcons rank third in pressure rate despite injuries
- •Packers' offensive line faces multiple injuries
- •Falcons allowed 54 points over first two games
- 11:58 PMYahoo Sports — 3 things on Packers offense vs. Falcons: A different test awaits
"Atlanta's defense will pose a different kind of test to Jordan Love this week, who must stay calm after a skittish performance a week ago.
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