Broncos defeat Falcons 27-7 in NFL preseason opener
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Last updated Aug 17, 2026
The Denver Broncos secured a 27-7 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in their NFL preseason opener on August 14, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Denver's offense demonstrated effectiveness, particularly under the leadership of quarterback Jarrett Stidham, who had a QBR of 110.7 with a touchdown. The Broncos’ defense was strong, contributing to the Falcons' struggles, aside from a scoring drive set up by a turnover. Despite the win, concerns arose about the special teams unit, which needs improvement as training camp progresses.
- •Davis Webb managed a well-balanced offensive attack for the Broncos.
- •Jarrett Stidham completed 9 of 15 passes for 131 yards and one touchdown.
- •The Falcons' only touchdown came after a Broncos turnover near the red zone.
- •Preseason performance will influence positions as roster decisions loom.
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