Packers struggle in home opener, fall 35-14 to Falcons
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 4:28 AM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
The Green Bay Packers lost to the Atlanta Falcons 35-14 during their home opener on September 24. This defeat marks a disappointing performance for Green Bay, with extensive issues on both the offensive line and run defense. The Packers' offensive line allowed significant pressure on quarterback Jordan Love, while the Falcons effectively ran the ball, highlighted by a strong showing from Bijan Robinson. Despite this setback, the Packers are reminded that the NFL season is long, and improvement remains possible as they look to rebound in the coming weeks.
- •Packers lose 35-14 to Falcons in home opener on September 24.
- •Offensive line struggles led to pressure on quarterback Jordan Love.
- •Bijan Robinson had a standout performance in the run game.
- •Poor tackling from the Packers contributed to explosive plays for Atlanta.
- •Despite the loss, the Packers are reminded that there is still time to improve.
- 4:28 AMYahoo Sports — Matt LaFleur sums up Packers' blowout loss to Falcons with one unique description
- 4:08 AMYahoo Sports — What did Matt LaFleur say following Packers' 35-14 loss to Falcons?
- 3:28 AMYahoo Sports — 5 takeaways from Packers' 35-14 loss to Falcons: It's on everyone
"Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur reacted to his team's Week 3 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on "Thursday Night Football" with a unique phrase.
"There is plenty of blame to go around after Green Bay's humbling loss to Atlanta in the home opener, and no quick fix for their biggest issue.
"What did Packers coach Matt LaFleur say following his team's 35-14 loss to the Falcons in the home opener?
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 25, 2026, 4:28 AMMatt LaFleur sums up Packers' blowout loss to Falcons with one unique description
Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur reacted to his team's Week 3 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on "Thursday Night Football" with a unique phrase.
- Yahoo SportsSep 25, 2026, 4:08 AMWhat did Matt LaFleur say following Packers' 35-14 loss to Falcons?
What did Packers coach Matt LaFleur say following his team's 35-14 loss to the Falcons in the home opener?
- Yahoo SportsSep 25, 2026, 3:28 AM5 takeaways from Packers' 35-14 loss to Falcons: It's on everyone
There is plenty of blame to go around after Green Bay's humbling loss to Atlanta in the home opener, and no quick fix for their biggest issue.
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