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Falcons Crushed in Preseason Opener
22 Aug
Summary
- Falcons lost their 2026 preseason debut 27-7 to the Broncos.
- Starters are expected to sit out the Falcons vs. Colts game.
- The Colts have a quarterback battle for the No. 2 spot.
The Atlanta Falcons began their 2026 preseason campaign with a definitive 27-7 defeat against the Denver Broncos. Key players for the Falcons are not expected to participate in their next preseason game, scheduled for Saturday, August 22, against the Indianapolis Colts. This follows a Week 1 tie for the Colts against the New England Patriots.
The upcoming contest at Lucas Oil Stadium at 1:00 p.m. ET will see both teams likely keep their starters on the sidelines. This decision comes after joint practices earlier in the week. The Colts are currently evaluating their quarterback depth, with Riley Leonard slated to start this game.
Leonard will start under center for the Colts, aiming to solidify his position as the No. 2 quarterback. He will play before Anthony Richardson takes the field in the second half. In their preseason opener, Richardson completed 11 of 14 passes for 145 yards and an interception, while Leonard went 10 of 21 for 89 yards and an interception.
