The Denver Broncos announced their 2026 preseason schedule on Wednesday, detailing three games to be played in August [1].
These matchups provide the team with critical evaluation time for the roster and give the fan base its first look at new players before the regular season begins.
The preseason opener is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 14, 2026 [2]. The Broncos will travel to Atlanta to face the Falcons, with kickoff set for 5 p.m. MT [3].
Following the road game, the team will return to Denver for two home contests at Empower Field at Mile High [4]. The Broncos will host the Green Bay Packers, and the Minnesota Vikings to round out their three-game slate [4].
Local viewers will have consistent access to the team's early-season progress. All three preseason games will be broadcast on 9NEWS [5].
The schedule focuses on Friday night action, aligning the team's exhibition window with traditional NFL preseason timing. The organization said it finalized these dates and times to prepare for the August window [1].
“The Denver Broncos announced their 2026 preseason schedule on Wednesday, detailing three games to be played in August.”
By securing a consistent broadcast partner in 9NEWS for the entire preseason, the Broncos are maximizing local visibility. The split between one road game and two home games allows the team to test its players in different environments while maintaining a strong connection with the home crowd at Empower Field at Mile High before the regular season starts.
