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August 17, 2025
Broncos vs. Cardinals: Final score and game recap
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Broncos vs. Cardinals: Final score and game recap

The Broncos rolled with Jarrett Stidham in the exhibition win over Arizona, cruising to a 27-7 victory. Stidham finished 16 of 23 for 240 yards and two touchdowns, directing Denver through a sharp opening drive that featured Evan Engram and rookie Pat Bryant on the highlights. RJ Harvey punched in Denver’s first TD, while Troy Franklin added a late score to seal the margin. Will Lutz provided three field goals, with the defense bending but mostly bending-less in the second half. Broncos injuries to Nick Gargiulo and Garrett Wilson were noted as they head toward the finale against New Orleans.

Arizona answered early but stagnated after the opening sequence, with Jacoby Brissett tossing a 16-yard TD to Simi Fehoko before Tune took over and Denver extended the lead behind continued big plays from Franklin and Fehoko. The night showcased Denver’s depth at skill positions and a QB competition under Payton’s watch, while the Cardinals evaluated Tune and the young pass catchers. A strong preseason push leaves fantasy managers eyeing expanding roles for the Broncos’ playmakers as the regular season approaches.

With Jarrett Stidham turning in a confident preseason performance, should fantasy managers consider him in deeper dynasty or two-quarterback formats as a potential Week 1 starter if he wins the job?What does Evan Engram’s efficiency and the early connection with players like Pat Bryant imply for his red-zone and down-field target share in Denver this season?Pat Bryant flashed as a collector of plenty of third-down and red-zone targets; how might his role evolve in fantasy rosters if he carves out a consistent roster spot?RJ Harvey flashed with a goal-line score and big-run potential; what does his trajectory look like in a crowded Broncos backfield for fantasy?Simi Fehoko caught another touchdown and is listed as a Cardinals scorer; how should fantasy players weigh his upside behind Fehoko’s role and a potential QB rotation?Clayton Tune’s late relief appearance signals Cardinals’ evaluation; what implications could this have for his fantasy outlook in 2024 if kept as a depth option?Troy Franklin’s two touchdowns in limited action hint at dynasty upside; how should fantasy players gauge his ceiling if he becomes a consistent contributor?E Emmanuel (Engram) is a Broncos asset; how does his preseason usage influence his weekly fantasy viability as a top TE option this season?
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