The Atlanta Falcons newly released schedule features a few bright spots for a hot start, and an international game

The Atlanta Falcons will be heading back to Europe this season for a Week 10 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts in Germany. The team hasn't been very successful in games played across the pond, going 1-2 in three previous matchups -- each of which was played in London.

Penix exploded onto the scene after taking over for Kirk Cousins with three games left to go in the 2024 season. While the Falcons went 1-2 in that stretch, a porous defense was largely to blame for Penix not going a perfect 3-0 as starter. He was pretty sensational for only having played in three NFL games.

The Atlanta Falcons and the Indianapolis Colts will be the first two NFL teams to play a football game in Germany.

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons will feature in five primetime games during the 2025 NFL season, league sources told 11Alive's Maria Martin on Wednesday. The news comes as the NFL will unveil its full 2025 league schedule later on Wednesday night .

The Indianapolis Colts will host the Atlanta Falcons during the NFL's first-ever game in Berlin, Germany this season.

On Wednesday evening, the NFL unveiled the 2025 regular season schedule for all 32 teams. The Atlanta Falcons have five prime-time games, an International Series matchup in Germany, and a Week 1 matchup against the reigning NFC South champions.