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Falcons’ opponents set for 2021

102520 Atlanta: The Atlanta Falcons line up against the Detroit Lions on their final offensive drive of the game Sunday, Oct 25, 2020, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com)

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102520 Atlanta: The Atlanta Falcons line up against the Detroit Lions on their final offensive drive of the game Sunday, Oct 25, 2020, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com)
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Jan 3, 2021

The Falcons (4-12) finished in last place in the NFC South behind the Carolina Panthers (5-11) and now know their opponents for the 2021 NFL season.

The Falcons will play the NFC East and AFC East next season. They’ll host the NFC North’s last place team (Detroit) and visit the NFC West’s last place team (San Francisco).

Still undetermined is the possible addition of a 17th game.

Here’s a look at the Falcons’ 2021 opponents:

Home: Washington • Patriots • Jets • Eagles • Lions • Bucs • Saints • Panthers.

Away: 49ers • Bills • Cowboys • Dolphins • Giants • Bucs • Saints • Panthers.

Note: A 17th game reportedly will be added.

Falcons’ 2021 draft position

(Heading into Week 17 Games)

1. Jacksonville Jaguars

2. New York Jets

3. Miami Dolphins (via Houston)

4. Falcons

5. Cincinnati Bengals

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