The 2018 Falcons full NFL schedule was released Thursday.

The Falcons open against the defending Super Bowl champions, the Philadelphia Eagles, for a Thursday Night Football game, and Atlanta plays division rival the New Orleans Saints on Thanksgiving Day.

Fans on Twitter immediately reacted to the Falcons schedule.

For the full schedule, go to ajc.com/sports.

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