Kyle Pitts records solid performance in Falcons' loss to Broncos

In their preseason opener on August 16, 2026, the Atlanta Falcons lost 27-7 to the Denver Broncos. The Falcons managed only one touchdown, a late one-yard scramble by undrafted QB Jack Strand. Tight end Kyle Pitts caught three passes for 22 yards, tying for the second-highest Pro Football Focus grade among Atlanta's offensive players at 79.8. The top offensive performer was Josh Simon with a grade of 89.6. Linebacker Keshawn Banks led the defense with a grade of 90.2. Atlanta prepares for joint practices with the Indianapolis Colts ahead of another preseason game this Saturday.

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