Broncos at Falcons: 3 players to watch in Week 1 of NFL preseason
Mile High Report • • sports
Key Points:
- The Denver Broncos begin their three-game preseason this Friday against the Atlanta Falcons, with key players to watch including rookie running back Jonah Coleman, who has impressed during training camp and could be crucial if J.K. Dobbins misses time due to injury.
- Rookie inside linebacker Red Murdock, drafted last in 2026, is competing for depth spots behind starters Alex Singleton and Justin Strnad, with Defensive Coordinator Vance Joseph praising his progress and eager to see his first NFL game performance.
- First-round cornerback Jahdae Barron, who played 30% of defensive snaps as a backup in 2025, is expected to get significant preseason playing time as he aims to carve out a role alongside Denver’s top cornerback trio.
