Falcons dominate Colts in preseason matchup in Indianapolis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 8:49 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
The Atlanta Falcons defeated the Indianapolis Colts 34-6 in a preseason game on August 22, 2026, in Indianapolis. The first quarter opened with a field goal for Atlanta and two from Indianapolis, but the Falcons quickly took control, scoring a touchdown on a 49-yard run by Tyler Goodson. Additional touchdowns came from Nathan Carter, Cash Jones, and Jack Strand, along with a field goal. The Falcons significantly outgained the Colts in rushing yards, amassing 461 to Indianapolis' 164. Atlanta will face the Miami Dolphins in their next preseason game.
- •Falcons score 34 points to Colts' 6 in preseason
- •Tyler Goodson runs for a 49-yard touchdown
- •Falcons rush for 461 yards vs. Colts' 164
- •Atlanta adds touchdowns from Carter, Jones, and Strand
- •Next up for Falcons: preseason game against Dolphins
- 8:49 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons dominate in preseason play against Indianapolis
"The Atlanta Falcons defeated the Indianapolis Colts in preseason play Saturday in Indianapolis in decisive fashion. The final score was Atlanta 34, Indianapolis 6.
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