Broncos extend NFL preseason win streak to eight games with Falcons victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
The Denver Broncos claimed their eighth consecutive preseason victory with a 27-7 win over the Atlanta Falcons last Friday. This marks the longest active streak in the NFL, as the Broncos prioritize winning in preseason. Coach Sean Payton emphasized the importance of competition despite the games not impacting standings. Denver continues player evaluations ahead of roster cuts from 91 to 53, with their next game against the Green Bay Packers scheduled for Friday evening.
- •Broncos win 27-7 against Falcons on August 16, 2026.
- •Denver holds the longest active preseason win streak in the NFL.
- •Coach Sean Payton stresses the importance of winning during evaluation.
- •Next game is against the Green Bay Packers on August 25, 2026.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos hold longest active NFL preseason win streak: 'We want to win'
""If they’re keeping score, we want to win," Broncos coach Sean Payton said of the team's eight straight preseason wins.
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