Broncos lose to Packers 33-13 in preseason matchup on August 21
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Last updated Aug 22, 2026
The Denver Broncos lost 33-13 to the Green Bay Packers during a preseason game on August 21. The Broncos initially matched the Packers' opening touchdown, with a scoring drive led by Bo Nix, who connected with RJ Harvey. However, the Broncos struggled thereafter, committing 10 penalties and allowing the Packers to score 26 unanswered points. Despite the loss, Nix and new acquisition Jaylen Waddle showed positive offensive signs. Denver's starting defense was unable to contain the Packers' second and third-string players. The Broncos face the Minnesota Vikings in their final preseason game next Friday.
- •Denver Broncos committed 10 penalties during the game.
- •Bo Nix completed 6 of 9 passes for 76 yards and 1 touchdown.
- •Jaylen Waddle had a 35-yard catch in his Broncos debut.
- •Broncos defense struggled against the Packers' backups.
- •Denver will play their final preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings.
- 4:26 AMYahoo Sports — Broncos' preseason win streak ends with 33-13 loss to Packers
- 4:25 AMYahoo Sports — Winners and Losers from the Denver Broncos’ 33-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers
"Well, that was ugly. The Denver Broncos’ preseason winning streak has ended after the Packers dominated them tonight. However, the Broncos still end the night as winners due to Bo Nix and Jaylen Waddle looking good and making an impact when they were on the field. At the end of the day, that is all […]
"The Denver Broncos were soundly defeated by the Green Bay Packers in preseason action on Friday night.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 4:26 AMBroncos' preseason win streak ends with 33-13 loss to Packers
The Denver Broncos were soundly defeated by the Green Bay Packers in preseason action on Friday night.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 4:25 AMWinners and Losers from the Denver Broncos’ 33-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers
Well, that was ugly. The Denver Broncos’ preseason winning streak has ended after the Packers dominated them tonight. However, the Broncos still end the night as winners due to Bo Nix and Jaylen Waddle looking good and making an impact when they were on the field. At the end of the day, that is all […]
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