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Falcons struggle against Broncos in preseason Week 1 matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 2:10 AM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Falcons struggle against Broncos in preseason Week 1 matchup

Summary

The Atlanta Falcons faced the Denver Broncos in a preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on August 14. The Broncos opened the scoring with a touchdown by Adam Prentice, taking an early lead. The Falcons, missing key players like Bijan Robinson, showed struggles on both offense and defense. Tua Tagovailoa's performance was hampered by pressure, resulting in several turnovers, while the Broncos appeared well-prepared and efficient. Both teams will continue their evaluation processes as the preseason progresses.

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By the Numbers

•Broncos scored first with a 1-yard touchdown by Adam Prentice.
•Falcons offense faced significant pressure, leading to turnovers.
•Tua Tagovailoa struggled to find rhythm throughout the game.
•Special teams for Falcons exhibited strong performance despite struggles elsewhere.
•Evaluation of player performances continues as the preseason unfolds.

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What they're saying

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Preseason can tell us many lies, both about players and teams. The Falcons almost certainly aren’t as terrible as they looked out there on Friday night, and the Broncos are probably not A) as dominant and B) as penalty-ridden as they seemed. But even in those lies there are sobering glimpses of truth, and the […]
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