7 storylines to watch during the Broncos vs. Falcons preseason opener

Key Points:

• The Denver Broncos will begin their 2026 NFL preseason tonight against the Atlanta Falcons, with quarterback Bo Nix sidelined due to recent ankle surgery; Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger will split playing time as they compete for the backup QB spot.
• Key position battles to watch include the tight end group, where rookies Justin Joly and Dallen Bentley aim to make an impact, and the linebacker corps, featuring several contenders such as Jordan Turner, Karene Reid, and rookies Red Murdock and Taurean York.
• Defensive front seven players like Eyioma Uwazurike, Sai’vion Jones, and rookie Tyler Onyedim will have opportunities to impress and potentially fill the void left by John Franklin-Myers.
• Edge rusher Que Robinson is highlighted as a potential standout in the game, with expectations for him to push for more playing time amid uncertainty around Jonathon Cooper’s status.
• Several rookies, including DL Tyler Onyedim, RB Jonah Coleman, OL Kage Casey, and S Miles Scott, will make their preseason debuts, providing an early look at the Broncos' 2026 draft class and depth chart battles.