Attention all football fans: The moment we’ve been eagerly waiting for has arrived, the NFL just dropped the bombshell that is the 2023 season schedule.
We’re not ones to sit back and watch the game from the sidelines, we’re diving headfirst into the action. We know for diehard Falcons fans, that game day isn’t just about the sport, it’s about the culture. We’re talking rocking the hottest Falcons-themed fit with the perfect pair of kicks to match.
But let’s not forget about the visiting fans, they’ve got their own tradition too. So without further ado, check out the Atlanta Falcons 2023 schedule, represented by the freshest pairs of Air Jordans (or Nike if they’re a better match).
Week 1
Carolina Panthers: Air Jordan XI Pantone
at Atlanta Falcons: Air Jordan XI Gym Red
Get ready for some southern-style football showdowns, folks! The Carolina Kitties might be rebuilding with a fresh-faced rookie Bryce Young or the one and only ‘Red Rifle’ Andy Dalton as their new QB1, but their fans won’t let that get them down. From head to toe in Carolina blue, they’ll show up in some of the cleanest looks around. And you know the Dirty Bird Nation won’t be outdone - they’ll be bringing the heat in head-to-toe red, matching the energy on the field with killer gear. It’s a true southern rivalry of sport and sporting gear, where style and skill collide in the ultimate showdown.
Week 2
Green Bay Packers: Nike Dunk Brazil (No good Jordan options)
at Atlanta Falcons: Nike Dunk Chicago NBA
Man, the theme of the season for the Falcons is playing teams going though a transition, and the Green Bay Packers are no exception. With Aaron Rodgers filing for divorce from the Packers after his “Darkness Retreat”, the Packers traded him away, handing the reins over to young gun Jordan Love. But don’t count out the Packers faithful, who are sure to show up in full force rocking their Love jerseys and matching kicks. Meanwhile, Falcons fans are getting excited about the prospect of seeing their new quarterback Desmond Ridder take the field. It’s sure to be a clash of styles and young quarterbacks, and we can’t wait to see who comes out on top - both field and in fashion department.
Week 3
Atlanta Falcons: Air Jordan XI Cherry
at Detroit Lions: Air Jordan XI Cool Grey
The Dirty Birds are on a Midwest tour of sorts as they head to the Motor City, ready to tackle the much improved Lions. The coldest in the D will be decked out in their signature blue and silver, ready to lose themselves in the moment, but Falcons fans will be sure to match that energy with some southern hospitality in their own bold white and red gear.
Week 4
Atlanta Falcons: Air Jordan III Black Cement
at Jacksonville Jaguars: Air Jordan III GS Rio Teal
The Falcons are set to face off against the Jacksonville Jaguars in *checks notes* London?! Falcons fans may need to pack their passports, but they’ll still show up in full force sporting their classic white and red gear. Meanwhile, the Jaguars fans will be out in droves, decked out in their teal and gold, ready to cheer on their team on the adopted home turf. It's sure to be a battle royale in the London fog.
Week 5
Houston Texans: Air Jordan IV FBIA
at Atlanta Falcons: Air Jordan IV Red Thunder
The Houston Texans are in a bit of an identity crisis after losing what they thought would be their franchise quarterback for years to come. But hey, every cloud has a silver lining, right? And in this case, it’s the fact that navy blue and red is an undefeated color scheme with a plethora of shoe options. Unfortunately for the Texans, we at 92.9 The Game don’t see Davis Mills taking a huge leap forward this season, so that might be all the Texans have to look forward to, that is until rookie QB CJ Stroud gets the call to start. The Falcons and their fans are always on point with their game day look. Black and red is a top-tier color scheme when executed properly, and trust us, the home team always comes correct with that Atlanta style.
Week 6
Washington Commanders: Air Jordan IX Crawfish
at Atlanta Falcons: Air Jordan IX Black/Red
Well, well, well, things are looking a little shaky in Washington with a new name, new quarterback, and new owners lurking in the shadows. But hey, at least they can count on that classic clay and golden yellow color scheme to stay true to their roots. It may be a bit of a rough patch, but at least they can keep their sneaker game on point with the new gear. As for the Dirty Birds, they’ll be showing up in full force to see if their revamped defense is up to snuff, all while looking fly in the stands or bars.
Week 7
Atlanta Falcons: Air Jordan V Metallic
at Tampa Bay Buccaneers: W Air Jordan V Mars
This time in the season, the Dirty Birds land on the Buccaneers’ plank, ready to show their divisional rivals what they’re made of. And while the home team may love to wear white at home, there’s no doubt that the Falcons fans will bring the heat with their bold black and red gear. The energy will be palpable as fans show up in droves to support their team, but the Falcons fans will definitely show out.
Week 8
Atlanta Falcons: Air Jordan I Chicago
at Tennessee Titans: Air Jordan 1 High Fearless
The Falcons are ready to take on the Titans in Nashville and show them what they’re made of. While Titans fans will be rocking their signature light blue and red, Falcons fans won’t be afraid to bring their best with bold red and white jerseys. Even if the Titans haven’t met expectations lately, their fans will still be rocking and representing, But Dirty Bird Nation are known to travel to Nissan Stadium in large numbers, loud noises and bright colors.
Week 9
Minnesota Vikings: Air Jordan I X SB High Lakers to Chicago
at Atlanta Falcons: Air Jordan I High Bred Toe
The Purple Ones are desperately trying to break the curse of always being the bridesmaid but never the bride. They drafted another wide receiver in the first round to play alongside Justin Jefferson, but let’s be real, they’re still stuck in neutral. Despite their disappointing playoff performances, Vikings fans will still show up in droves, rocking their purple and gold, doing their best to make it look stylish. Meanwhile, the Falcons fans will show them how it’s done in sleek black and red, ready to dominate on the field and the fashion game.
Week 10
Atlanta Falcons: Air Jordan III Red Cement
at Arizona Cardinals: Air Jordan III Cardinals
The Falcons are set to visit a transitioning Arizona Cardinals team. With a new coach coming in and questions about the franchise quarterback, the only thing Falcons fans know for sure is that the crowd will be ready to cheer on their birds in their red and black no matter what. And the Falcon fateful can definitely relate, as they'll be there to cheer on their Dirty Birds in black and red, in a clash of birds and color schemes. Oh, and it’s Rise Up, hold the Red Sea!
Week 11
Bye Week
Week 12
New Orleans Saints: Air Jordan I High Black/Gold Patent
at Atlanta Falcons: Air Jordan I Bred Patent
The Aints come marching in, in full rebuild mode, with an aging defense, a new Defensive Coordinator, and Derek Carr trying to breathe life into his career. But hey, you know what they say - when the going gets tough, the tough gets stylish! And that’s exactly what the Aints fans will try to do. They may be dressing in basic white and gold, but they’re gonna try their hardest to make it work. Making a statement is what they do best, even if it lacks creativity. And let’s not forget about the Dirty Birds. When they face off against their biggest rival at home, it’s all about the throwback blackout jerseys and matching kicks, creating a blackout in the stands that’s sure to give the team a boost on the field.
Week 13
Atlanta Falcons: Air Jordan III Fire Red
at New York J-E-T-S: Air Jordan III Black/Pine
So the Falcons will face an Aaron Rodgerless Packers this season but that doesn’t mean they won’t face The Darkness himself. Aaron Rodgers is now the QB1 for the New York J-E-T-S JETS, JETS, JETS! and with the success they were having on the defensive side of the ball, their fans are more pumped than bodybuilders on the jersey shore. I’m sure they’ll have record jersey and gear sales with the new arrival and will be excited to finally see decent quarterback play. Falcons fans will be in the house in white and red ready to see if the Falcons can pass the test of playing one of the better teams they’ll see all season.
Week 14
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Air Jordan IX Fire Red
at Atlanta Falcons: Air Jordan IX Chile Red
Ahh, the Buckaroos find themselves in a familiar place now that Tom Brady has hung up his cleats: on the Quarterback carousel. Things look bleak with no QB1 on the roster currently, but they’ll look like winners in their Super Bowl patched jerseys and matching kicks as they cheer… whoever is behind center, Kyle Trask maybe? Meanwhile, Falcons fans will definitely be looking confident in their kicks, their fit and their QB1.
Week 15
Atlanta Falcons: Air Jordan VI White/Red Oreo
at Carolina Panthers: Air Jordan VI Black/UNC
As we all know, the Falcons have to see the fighting Carolina Kitties on their turf too. But hey, at least the fans will be sporting their shiny new Bryce Young jerseys, hoping for a miracle turnaround. Meanwhile, the Falcons will roll into town in their classic white and red gear, ready to show those feline fans what real football looks like. Let’s hope the Panthers faithful don’t get too distracted by the Dirty Birds style to notice when they score big on the field.
Week 16
Indianapolis Colts Air Jordan VI Sport Blue
at Atlanta Falcons: Air Jordan VI Toro Bravo
With the Indianapolis Colts unceremoniously moving on from future Falcons Ring of Honor Quarterback Matt Ryan (Hi Matt) after just one season and opting for rookie Anthony Richardson with the 4th overall pick, it’s safe to say that the Colts faithful are eagerly anticipating a fresh start. And you know what goes great with a fresh start? Fresh gear! Royal blue and white is an effortless match. Falcons fans always bring the heat in red and black, making a statement both on and off the field. Who knows, maybe Ryan will make an appearance. In black and red of course.
Week 17
Atlanta Falcons: Air Jordan VIII Bugs Bunny
at Chicago Bears: Air Jordan VIII Pea Pods
On to the windy city for a showdown with Da Bears! Falcons fans will see more navy blue and orange than they ever have before, but that won’t phase them one bit. In their sharp white and bold red gear, they’ll be ready to show the Bears fans what Atlanta football is all about. Bears fans will be eager to see if Justin Fields can scramble his way to victory, while the Falcons fans will be looking for a dominant defensive performance. Either way, it’s gonna be an epic battle of wills and styles.
Week 18
Atlanta Flacons: Air Jordan XII OVO Black
at New Orleans Saints: Air Jordan XII White OVO
The Dirty Birds are heading back into the swamp, but they’re not scared of getting their feet dirty. They know the fans in Swamp Town are gonna bring the noise, but they’ll be ready to face the mob of white and gold with the classic black and red. The Falcons fans know that in this town, it’s not just the game on the field, but the petty trash talk in the stands that makes the rivalry as passionate as it is. And trash talk they will in their best gear as their Dirty Birds back it up on the field.