Ladies and gentlemen, buckle up, because the NFL has returned with a vengeance! While the annual Kickoff Game on Thursday was just the appetizer, today marks the explosive commencement of the 2023 campaigns for the vast majority of teams. And it all begins with a clash of titans as the Atlanta Falcons fling open their doors to their NFC South rivals, the Carolina Panthers.
But hold on to your helmets because this is no ordinary season for the Panthers. They’re stepping into an electrifying new era with none other than Bryce Young, the first overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft, taking the reins behind center. And that’s not all! The Panthers have thrown the football world for a loop by bringing in Frank Reich to lead the charge, following the dramatic mid-season firing of Matt Rhule in 2022.
On the flip side, the Falcons are poised for Year 3 under the guidance of Arthur Smith, and they’re unveiling Desmond Ridder as their full-time starting quarterback in Year 1. This second-year pro, hailing from Cincinnati, was a third-round pick, and he’s about to embark on a journey to prove his mettle at the highest level, for an extended period of time.
How to Watch the Panthers vs. Falcons Clash in Week 1:
Date: Sunday, September 10
Start Time: 1 p.m. ET
Live Stream: Fox Sports App
TV Channel: FOX
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Odds: Atlanta -175, Carolina +145, TOTAL: 40, Atlanta -3.5
Get ready, because the NFL has returned with a vengeance, and it’s unleashing a season that promises to shock, awe, and thrill like never before! The battlefield is set, the warriors are prepared, and the countdown to gridiron glory is on!
