Atlanta Falcons to Sport New Look in 2026

The Atlanta Falcons will unveil a new uniform set when they take the field in 2026. This marks a shift back to foundational elements after several seasons of a more modern aesthetic.

Uniform Details: A Return to Basics

The Falcons are opting for flat jersey colors and introducing a stripe design on the pants for their new uniforms. This design choice represents a departure from the previous, more contemporary style.

Home Jersey Design

Atlanta’s home jerseys will showcase the “power of Red,” featuring the Falcons logo on each shoulder and a sleek “Falcons” wordmark across the front. The jerseys also include a new, bold number design incorporating “forward-leaning angles” for improved visibility.

Road Jersey and Pants Options

The road jerseys will be a crisp white, mirroring the home jerseys with Falcons logos and bold numbers. Instead of the team name, the road jerseys will display an “Atlanta” wordmark. Both black and white pants, featuring the new stripe design, will be interchangeable with both home and away kits.

Refreshed Helmet Design

The Falcons will also debut a refreshed helmet in 2026. It will feature low-gloss black paint, a silver facemask, and a new bumper displaying a winged “ATL” logo.

Overall Impression

The new uniform set effectively blends elements of the Falcons’ past, present, and future. The block numbers are a significant improvement over the previous design, and the use of written-out wordmarks is cleaner than the prior “ATL” design. The winged logo on the helmet bumper adds a unique touch.

While the uniforms are generally well-received, some suggest a subtle shoulder stripe could have added further character to the red and white jerseys.

Mike Kadlick is a contributor to the Breaking and Trending News team at Sports Illustrated. He joined SI in November 2024, previously covering the New England Patriots for WEEI sports radio in Boston and CLNS Media. He holds a master's degree in public relations from Boston University.