Tagovailoa to play at least first series with starters in Falcons' preseason opener against Broncos
The Atlanta Falcons' coach said that starting players, including quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, will play at least the opening series of Friday's preseason game against the Denver Broncos.
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National story. 8 articles from 8 sources. Updated Aug 13, 2026.
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2 sourcesTua gets call as starting QB, with Penix still on the mend
Tagovailoa to play at least first series with starters in Falcons' preseason opener against Broncos
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3 sourcesRan by 6 outlets across the spectrum· WTOP Washington DC, The Republic
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