Overview

• The Atlanta Falcons will play without eight key players against the Denver Broncos, including several defensive starters.
• Cornerbacks Mike Hughes and Dee Alford, both dealing with injuries, are among those ruled out.
• Linebackers Troy Andersen and JD Bertrand will miss the game due to knee and concussion issues, respectively.
• The defensive line is weakened with Ta’Quon Graham and James Smith-Williams also sidelined.
• Despite the setbacks, quarterback Kirk Cousins and center Drew Dalman have been cleared to play.