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Jarrett Stidham may have secured Broncos' backup QB job

With Bo Nix resting and entrenched as the face of the Denver Broncos' franchise, Jarrett Stidham got the start against the Atlanta Falcons on Friday night.

Sean Payton proves NFC South rivalry still lives on with shot at Falcons fans

Broncos' Courtland Sutton pulls off stunning catch vs. Falcons

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Broncos 27, Falcons 7: The Good, Bad, And the Ugly

The Denver Broncos' first preseason game is in the books. It ended in a resounding 27-7 victory over the Atlanta Falcons. Denver’s first- and second-team units dominated the Falcons, scoring touchdowns and forcing turnovers, completely taking over the game from the first snap.

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Sean Payton is already throwing shade at Falcons in preseason

Sean Payton’s trash talk appears to already be in midseason form. Payton’s Denver Broncos took on the Atlanta Falcons on Friday in their preseason opener at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga.

Sean Payton News / Yardbarker / August 14

Sean Payton proves NFC South rivalry still lives on with shot at Falcons fans

When it comes to the fierceness of their rivalries, the NFC South does not always get the same level of hype or respect as some other divisions in the NFL. When you think of brutal, intense rivalries or the historic rivalries, your mind probably goes to the NFC East, NFC North, AFC North or even the AFC West.

Broncos' Courtland Sutton pulls off stunning catch vs. Falcons

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Falcons' QB situation looks bleak after Tua Tagovailoa's performance vs. Broncos

The Atlanta Falcons brought in quarterback Tua Tagovailoa this offseason as an insurance plan for Michael Penix Jr., who the team planned on being the franchise signal-caller.

Sean Payton proves NFC South rivalry still lives on with shot at Falcons fans

Quinn Ewers' flop gives Dolphins reason to be concerned about QB situation

Broncos' Courtland Sutton pulls off stunning catch vs. Falcons

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Jeremiyah Love compared to legendary RB Adrian Peterson after NFL debut

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 14

WR Courtland Sutton pulls off stunning catch vs. Falcons

Broncos' Courtland Sutton pulls off stunning catch vs. Falcons

Even without starting quarterback Bo Nix playing, the Denver Broncos were hoping to get off to a fast start on Friday night against the Atlanta Falcons. Courtland Sutton helped the Broncos accomplish that goal in his short amount of time on the field.

Broncos' Sean Payton explains preseason plan for QB Bo Nix

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RBs who are going to have to carry their offense in 2026

Three RBs who will have to carry their offense in 2026 season

There are still some teams that are going to have to lean on their running back for a significant portion of their offense this season. Let's take a look at three of them.

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Sean Payton News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 14

Broncos at Falcons: Final Predictions & Bold Takes

What will Sean Payton do with his hands on Friday night? The Denver Broncos are taking on the Atlanta Falcons on Friday night at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Denver Broncos News / The Lead / August 14

Pat Bryant’s Quiet Climb Signals a 2026 Breakout for Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant does not generate the loudest buzz in a crowded room. That may change soon. The 2025 third-round pick out of Illinois is drawing serious praise this offseason and in training camp.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 14

5 Broncos Position Battles That Actually Matter vs. Falcons

The Denver Broncos are back on the grid-iron tonight. After an offseason that felt excruciatingly long, the Broncos return to the field at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday night to take on the Atlanta Falcons in the preseason opener.

Evan Engram News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 14

Why I'm Selling the Early Broncos Hype Around Evan Engram

The Denver Broncos need more from their tight end room, and the hope has been that Evan Engram could help answer that bell. His first season in Denver was a bit of a disappointment, but with experience in the system now, could Engram meet expectations in 2026?

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 13

Broncos at Falcons: How To Watch, TV Channel, Live Stream, Time

At long last, the Denver Broncos are poised to take the field again on Friday night in Atlanta, Georgia, in the team's preseason opener. The Atlanta Falcons will host the Broncos, with the plan to start Tua Tagovailoa at quarterback.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 13

What Broncos' Latest Signing Really Says About the Center Crisis

This week was a great reminder that, in the NFL, it's not what coaches say, but what they do. After third-teamer-turned-first-teamer Michael Deiter was carted off the practice field on Tuesday , Sean Payton played down the seriousness of the Denver Broncos' center situation, only to sign a veteran two days later.

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Denver Broncos address roster depth at key position ahead of preseason Week 1 after being rocked by multiple injuries

The Denver Broncos were dangerously thin at the center position after placing Michael Deiter on injured reserve. They held tryouts on Thursday for three players and signed one of them to a contract.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 13

Broncos Earn 'Elite Contender' Status in New NFL Power Rankings

The Denver Broncos aren't phoning it in at training camp. Sean Payton may be focusing on "load management" with certain tenured veterans and players coming off injuries, but that has not distracted from the Broncos' commitment to having a strong training camp.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 13

Broncos at Falcons: 5 Burning Questions That Need Answers

After a long offseason, the Denver Broncos finally return to the field on Friday night in their preseason debut against the Atlanta Falcons . Training camp has seen some surprises , with a few players sidelined with minor injuries (plus two season-enders) and several incumbents showing improvement.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 13

Broncos’ Bo Nix gets huge outlook heading into Year 3 from Evan Engram

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix enters his third NFL season facing increased expectations, but tight end Evan Engram likes what he sees from the 26-year-old and believes he can get even better.

J.K. Dobbins News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 12

Broncos Camp Day 11: Good J.K. Dobbins News | Takeaways | Winners and Losers

Denver Broncos training camp marched ahead on Wednesday. With the first preseason game coming up on Friday vs. the Atlanta Falcons , Day 11 of Broncos camp was unique.

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / August 12