NFL Week 5 SNF: Ravens clash with Falcons under the dome in Atlanta
Sunday Night Football kickoff is 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC in Atlanta. Unbeaten Vikings and 49ers headline the daytime slate.
UPCOMING: Ravens at Falcons, Sunday 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Week 5 of the 2026 NFL season culminates with a primetime interconference showdown as the Baltimore Ravens visit the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. John Harbaugh's Ravens arrive at 3-1, riding a formidable rushing attack led by Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry. Atlanta enters fighting to ignite their season behind young signal-caller Michael Penix Jr. and a potent offensive arsenal featuring Bijan Robinson and Drake London. Across the wider league, Sunday action sees the Minnesota Vikings and San Francisco 49ers battle to keep their perfect 4-0 records unblemished while the Kansas City Chiefs enjoy their bye week.
The stakes
A victory cements Baltimore among the AFC elite, while Atlanta desperately seeks a signature win to climb into NFC South contention.
The rivalry angle
Two dynamic, dual-threat offensive schemes test contrasting defensive philosophies on primetime television.
Players who could decide it
Two-time MVP commanding an offense that leads the league in rushing efficiency.
Dynamic playmaker capable of breaking games open through both the ground and air.
Did you know?
- !Mercedes-Benz Stadium features a unique eight-petal retractable pinwheel roof.
- !Lamar Jackson holds the highest winning percentage against NFC opponents of any active quarterback.
- !The Minnesota Vikings and San Francisco 49ers are both seeking to reach 5-0 during Sunday's afternoon games.
Head to head
Baltimore has won four of the last five meetings between the two franchises.
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