Bijan Robinson is stepping up under pressure as the Atlanta Falcons chase their first playoff berth since he joined in 2023, starting with a tough opener loss — but with the NFC South also stumbling, they’re right there. Robinson’s focus? One game at a time, no looking ahead. Meanwhile, he’s embracing his new role as SONIC’s face, teaming up with Baker Mayfield for a $7 meal deal he loves — chili dog and strawberry limeade included — and relishing the spotlight after growing up eating at SONIC.

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The Atlanta Falcons’ 2026 season opener ended in a tough 20-13 loss to the Steelers — and off the field, it got worse. Defensive lineman DaShawn Hand, signed this offseason to bolster the interior line, suffered a suspected quadriceps tear early in the second quarter and is expected to miss the rest of the year. A key addition who started all 13 games for the Chargers last season, Hand’s absence compounds existing depth issues, especially with Jalon Walker sidelined by ACL surgery and James Pearce Jr. serving a suspension. The Falcons now lean on Brandon Dorlus and Gervon Dexter Sr., but losing Hand — a physical presence at 6’3”, 300+ pounds — leaves a glaring hole as they gear up for their next matchup against the Panthers.

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The Atlanta Falcons gear up for their home opener against the Panthers, with the biggest mystery still hanging over the team: who’ll start at quarterback. Head coach Kevin Stefanski hasn’t made a call yet, leaving Tua Tagovailoa, Cooper Rush, Jack Strand, and Michael Penix Jr. all in the mix. While the rest of the depth chart remains mostly unchanged—with Drake London, Kyle Pitts Sr., A.J. Terrell Jr., and Jessie Bates III leading the way—the absence of tackle Cameron Williams (on IR) is the only real shake-up. Fans are on edge as the coaching staff tight-lippedly prepares for what could be a pivotal game in building momentum.

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