The Atlanta Falcons play the New England Patriots on Sunday in Foxboro. What could be better?
This NFC clash is always a highlight for fans, with both teams vying for a Super Bowl. Below, you’ll find all the details on how to watch their upcoming game and a look at the historical context of this storied matchup.
The Falcons are eager to see how their new team competes for the 2025 schedule wraps.
- Matchup: Atlanta Falcons (3-4) vs New England Patriots (6-2)
- Date & Time: Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, at 1 p.m. ET
- Location: Gillette Stadium, Foxboro, Mass.
- Streaming: free at fubuTV
- TV Channel: ESPN
If you want to see the game, or more accurately, watch the game on TV, you’ve got options, including streaming and more.
This article will go over some ways you can watch the Falcons for free.
Can I Stream The Falcons Game?
You can watch the Falcons games live throughout the season with YoutubeTV’s NFL Sunday Ticket, which costs $479.99 for the 2024 season. It includes access to over 160 out-of-market NFL games on Sunday afternoons. College students can get the subscription for $199.
Here are some ways you can never miss a down of Falcons football this season.
Watch On Cable TV
In Atlanta, you can usually watch the Falcons on FOX 5, which is the local TV affiliate in the market. You can watch the game for free across all devices — just sign in with your TV provider credentials.
Alternatively, you can buy a pretty cheap antenna for less than $20 to tune in local channels around your area.
Sign Up For A Streaming Service
You can watch the Falcons game for free at fubuTV, which has a 7-day trial. Watch immediately upon signup.
Watch On The Falcons App
Watch the games live on the official Falcons mobile app for iOS or Android. On the app, you can watch highlights, game previews and exclusive content from the team.
Watch On The NFL App
The NFL’s Mobile App (iOS and Android) has access to all your favorite games, including the Atlanta Falcons.
Once you download the app, you can tune in to live local and primetime games.
Falcons vs. New England Patriots: A History
The Atlanta Falcons and New England Patriots have faced off 16 times in NFL history (15 regular-season games and 1 postseason game), with the Patriots holding the edge at 10 wins to the Falcons’ 6.
The series dates back to 1972, and the teams have not played since Week 10 of the 2021 season (a 25-0 Patriots win in Atlanta). They are scheduled to meet again in Week 9 of the 2025 season on November 2 at Gillette Stadium.
The Patriots have dominated recent matchups, winning 7 of the last 8 regular-season games before the 2021 contest. However, the most famous game in the rivalry is the Patriots’ legendary 34-28 overtime comeback victory over the Falcons in Super Bowl LI on February 5, 2017, erasing a 28-3 deficit—the largest comeback in Super Bowl history.
All-Time Series Results
Below is a chronological table of every game between the teams, including date, location (home team listed first), final score, and winner.
| Date | Home Team | Score | Winner | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 1972 | New England Patriots | Patriots 21, Falcons 20 | New England Patriots | Regular Season |
| Dec 4, 1977 | Atlanta Falcons | Patriots 16, Falcons 10 | New England Patriots | Regular Season |
| Sep 14, 1980 | New England Patriots | Falcons 37, Patriots 21 | Atlanta Falcons | Regular Season |
| Oct 30, 1983 | Atlanta Falcons | Falcons 24, Patriots 13 | Atlanta Falcons | Regular Season |
| Nov 2, 1986 | New England Patriots | Patriots 25, Falcons 17 | New England Patriots | Regular Season |
| Oct 15, 1989 | Atlanta Falcons | Falcons 16, Patriots 15 | Atlanta Falcons | Regular Season |
| Nov 29, 1992 | Atlanta Falcons | Falcons 34, Patriots 0 | Atlanta Falcons | Regular Season |
| Oct 1, 1995 | Atlanta Falcons | Falcons 30, Patriots 17 | Atlanta Falcons | Regular Season |
| Nov 8, 1998 | New England Patriots | Falcons 41, Patriots 10 | Atlanta Falcons | Regular Season |
| Nov 4, 2001 | Atlanta Falcons | Patriots 24, Falcons 10 | New England Patriots | Regular Season |
| Oct 9, 2005 | Atlanta Falcons | Patriots 31, Falcons 28 | New England Patriots | Regular Season |
| Sep 10, 2006 | Atlanta Falcons | Falcons 10, Patriots 3 | Atlanta Falcons | Regular Season |
| Sep 27, 2009 | New England Patriots | Patriots 26, Falcons 10 | New England Patriots | Regular Season |
| Sep 29, 2013 | Atlanta Falcons | Patriots 30, Falcons 23 | New England Patriots | Regular Season |
| Feb 5, 2017 | Atlanta Falcons (neutral site) | Patriots 34, Falcons 28 (OT) | New England Patriots | Postseason (Super Bowl LI) |
| Nov 18, 2021 | Atlanta Falcons | Patriots 25, Falcons 0 | New England Patriots | Regular Season |
Key Notes on the Rivalry
- Early Dominance by Falcons: From 1980 to 1998, the Falcons won 5 of 7 games, including a 41-10 blowout in Foxborough in 1998.
- Patriots Era Shift: Starting in 2001, under Tom Brady and Bill Belichick, the Patriots won 8 straight regular-season games against Atlanta before the Falcons snapped the streak with a 23-7 win in 2016.
- Scoring Trends: The average score across all games is roughly 23-18 in favor of the Patriots. The highest-scoring game was Super Bowl LI (62 total points), while the lowest was the 2021 shutout (25-0).
- No Recent Meetings: The teams have not shared a division or frequent scheduling alignment since the early 2010s, leading to the gap since 2021.
Final Word
The Falcons have often relied on their offensive firepower, with players like running back Bijan Robinson (1,286 yards, 12 TDs in 2024) and wide receiver Drake London (90 catches, 1,084 yards, 7 TDs in 2024). How will it go this year?
As an additional way, you can watch the Falcons for free (Prime Video) on Thursday Night Football.
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