The Atlanta Falcons fell to the Denver Broncos in their preseason opener, losing 27-7. Jarrett Stidham led the Broncos, throwing a touchdown pass in the first half. The Broncos also scored on a 97-yard interception return by Jahdae Barron.

The Falcons were unable to overcome a 24-0 halftime deficit. Further details about the game are available from the source. The Broncos' quarterback situation was a focus of the game, with Stidham competing to keep his hold on the backup job and starting quarterback Bo Nix not playing due to a planned absence.