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It’s Falcons opening week; here’s what you need to know to catch up

The home opener is Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Mercedes Benz Stadium.
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Chris Blair (19) scores a touchdown after catching a pass during the second half of an NFL preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Friday, August 15, 2025, in Atlanta. Tennessee Titans won 23-20 over Atlanta Falcons. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Chris Blair (19) scores a touchdown after catching a pass during the second half of an NFL preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Friday, August 15, 2025, in Atlanta. Tennessee Titans won 23-20 over Atlanta Falcons. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)
By AJC Sports
Sept 2, 2025

Buccaneers vs. Falcons

Kickoff: 1 p.m. Sunday, Mercedes-Benz Stadium

TV: Fox

Outlook: The Falcons have won four of the past five head-to-head meetings against Tampa Bay, including a 36-30 overtime victory on the road and a 31-26 win at home — both in October — last season. Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. didn’t play in either matchup but he’ll be the focal point of this season.

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