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Record: (0-0), 3rd in NFC South

Atlanta Falcons

Record: (0-0), 3rd in NFC South

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Falcons won’t play starters vs. Colts, plan for big reps in joint practices

The Falcons won’t play starters in Saturday’s preseason game against Indianapolis, making this week’s joint practices a crucial evaluation period.

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Falcons add veteran help to bolster pass rush

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Falcons’ run defense another reason to be concerned for season

Ravens can still crash the NFL playoff picture

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Falcons work out three-time Pro Bowl pass rusher Za’Darius Smith

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Falcons seek spark at training camp after flat preseason opener

Standings

Stats

NFC South

Full Standings

TEAM	W	L	PCT
1 PanthersPanthers	8	9	.471
2 BuccaneersBuccaneers	8	9	.471
3 FalconsFalcons	8	9	.471
4 SaintsSaints	6	11	.353

Team Leaders

Full Team Stats

OFFENSE

DEFENSE

Michael Penix Jr.

QB, #9

PASSING YARDS

1982

Bijan Robinson

RB, #7

RUSHING YARDS

1478

Kyle Pitts Sr.

TE, #8

RECEIVING YARDS

928

PHOTOS: Falcons preseason home opener was a lopsided defeat

Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (left) and Broncos quarterback Sam Ehlinger greet each other after their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. The Denver Broncos won, 27-7, over the Atlanta Falcons. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons wide receiver Zachariah Branch (left) and Broncos running back Jonah Coleman greet each other after their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (center) holds hands with Broncos cornerback Jahdae Barron (left) and Broncos quarterback Sam Ehlinger as they pray after their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (right) and Broncos offensive tackle Garett Bolles greet each other after their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons safety Sydney Brown gets a high-five from Freddie Falcon after their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons defensive tackle Carlos Allen Jr. signs autographs for fans after the Denver Broncos defeated the Atlanta Falcons, 27-7, during their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons running back Bijan Robinson signs autographs for fans after the Denver Broncos defeated the Atlanta Falcons, 27-7, during their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons running back Tyler Goodson (not pictured) scores a touchdown against the Denver Broncos during the second half of their game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski watches from the sidelines as his team takes on the Denver Broncos during their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons fans cheer after a touchdown by running back Tyler Goodson during their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons quarterback Jack Strand gets off a pass during their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons quarterback Cooper Rush (center) gets off a pass during their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Broncos wide receiver Cameron Ross eludes a tackle from the Falcons during the first half of their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons wide receiver Dylan Drummond (left) and quarterback Cooper Rush walk off the field after Broncos cornerback Jahdae Barron scores a touchdown after intercepting the ball during their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons quarterback Cooper Rush (left) gets off a pass during their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Broncos cornerback Jahdae Barron (center) runs for a touchdown after intercepting the ball during their preseason game against the Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Broncos running back RJ Harvey (second from left) is stopped by Falcons defensive tackle Brandon Dorlus during their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Broncos running back RJ Harvey (center) pushes for yardage against the Falcons during their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons cornerback Darnay Holmes celebrates during their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin (center) scores a touchdown during the first half of their preseason game against the Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin (center) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during their preseason game against the Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons safety DeMarcco Hellams leaves their preseason game against the Denver Broncos after getting injured at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons wide receiver Zachariah Branch runs the ball during their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski watches as his team takes on the Denver Broncos during their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Fans cheer during the Atlanta Falcons’ preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa prepares to get off a pass during their preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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Credit: Hyosub Shin/AJC

Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (left) and Broncos quarterback Sam Ehlinger greet each other after their preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. The Denver Broncos won, 27-7, over the Atlanta Falcons. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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