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Michael Penix Jr. News / A to Z Sports / October 12
Bears get the Week 6 update they were hoping not to hear ahead of Falcons matchup in regards to QB Michael Penix Jr.
The rib injury Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. suffered on Sunday is not believed to be serious, making it possible that he plays in Week 6 against the Chicago Bears.
The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz
In NFL history, a quarterback has rushed for eight or more touchdowns in a season 38 times. How many of the 38 can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 12
Adam Schefter shares massive Lamar Jackson, Cam Jurgens updates for Ravens' game at Browns
The Baltimore Ravens earned an impressive 30-23 overtime victory at the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday night with backup quarterback Tyler Huntley starting in place of Jackson, who was nursing the ankle injury he suffered on Oct. 4.
Ranking the next five-year windows for each NFL team
Every NFL team tries to build a dynasty and win Super Bowls, but only a select few in NFL history have found such consistency. Over the next five years, these are the teams that have the best chance at ultimate success.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 12
Why the Falcons’ OT Loss to Ravens Could Be Wake-Up Call They Need
For two weeks, the Atlanta Falcons were riding high on back-to-back wins over the Green Bay Packers and New Orleans Saints. The team was playing some inspired
Ranking the offensive play-caller for each NFL team
Offense is the name of the game in the modern NFL, and offensive play callers have never been more creative. Here's a look at the top NFL play-callers from 1-32 early in the 2022 season.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Pro Football Rumors / October 12
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. To Undergo Testing On Rib Injury
Week 5 marked Michael Penix Jr.’s third game of the 2026 season. The Falcons quarterback was unable to complete the contest, however. Penix struggled early in last night’s loss to the Ravens, but he improved throughout the game and was highly effective on third downs in particular.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / October 12
Michael Penix Provides Promising Injury Update After Falcons Loss
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is optimistic about returning next week after suffering a rib injury in Sunday’s 30-23 overtime loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
NFL Week 9: Picks and preview
Can Seattle keep it going? Will there be any further separation in the middle of the pack? And will things get even worse for struggling traditional powers like Green Bay? Let’s get to the games.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / October 12
Michael Penix Jr. set for MRI after being knocked out of game vs. Ravens
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will undergo an MRI on his ribs on Monday.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 12
Falcons' Missed Opportunities Prove Costly in Overtime Loss to Ravens
The Atlanta Falcons had several opportunities to put away the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday Night Football, but missed chances on offense and costly mistakes on special teams ultimately contributed to a heartbreaking 30-23 overtime loss.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Michael Penix Jr. News / SportsTalkATL / October 12
Michael Penix Jr. goes down, as Falcons collapse against Ravens
Back-to-back 21-point blowouts in primetime had Falcons fans feeling different heading into Sunday Night Football against the Ravens. Atlanta walked in 2-0 with Michael Penix Jr.
Tua Tagovailoa News / Larry Brown Sports / October 12
Jokes pour in after Tua Tagovailoa’s disastrous Falcons debut
Tua Tagovailoa’s regular-season debut for the Atlanta Falcons ended in a disaster at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga. After Falcons starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / October 12
Michael Penix Jr. shares injury update after Falcons' overtime loss to Ravens
Penix Jr. couldn't finish Atlanta's game against the Ravens in Week 5.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / October 12
Michael Penix Jr. gives notable update on injury that knocked him out of SNF
Michael Penix Jr. does not think his 2026 season is over just yet. The Atlanta Falcons quarterback got knocked out late in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s game against the Baltimore Ravens at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / October 12
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. doesn't expect rib injury to be long term
Atlanta quarterback Michael Penix Jr. wasn't able to finish the Falcons' 30-23 home loss in overtime to the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night because of a rib injury, but he is confident the problem is not long term.
Kevin Stefanski News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 12
What Falcons’ Kevin Stefanski said about deflating SNF loss to Ravens
Kevin Stefanski’s Atlanta Falcons lost 30-23 in overtime to the Ravens as Tua Tagovailoa made his Atlanta debut. Stefanski was one of three Falcons who deserved blame for the loss including Tagovailoa, who threw the game-ending interception in overtime.
John Abraham News / Athlon Sports / October 11
John Abraham Is The Latest Falcons’ Ring of Honor Inductee
The Atlanta Falcons have a primetime matchup tonight against the Baltimore Ravens. The main event, of course, will be the Falcons trying to add another win to the season against a Ravens team missing its starting quarterback, but halftime will give Falcons fans a chance to celebrate a legend.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 9
Ravens make final Lamar Jackson, Trey Hendrickson decisions for Falcons game
It turns out Jesse Minter didn't need to wait until the weekend to reveal Jackson's status for the Week 5 contest.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 9
Major injury update on Ravens' Lamar Jackson emerges for Falcons game
During Friday's edition of "The Pat McAfee Show," league insider Ian Rapoport of NFL Network/ESPN shared an expected update regarding Jackson's status for the Falcons game.
Bijan Robinson News / SportsTalkATL / October 9
Derrick Henry on Bijan Robinson: 'He’s the best in the game right now'
Bijan Robinson has pretty much solidified any debate about who the best running back in football is right now with his last two performances in primetime.
Harold Perkins Jr. News / TWSN / October 8
Harold Perkins Jr. Is Making the NFL Regret Letting Him Fall
The Atlanta Falcons took a chance on Harold Perkins Jr despite his struggles in his last season of college. While it wasn’t a big risk as they took him in the sixth-round of the 2026 NFL Draft, it wouldn’t have mattered anyway as Perkins Jr is making Atlanta look smart for taking him.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7
Ravens' Jesse Minter shares latest on Lamar Jackson's status
Jackson's status continues to hover over the Ravens as they prepare to take on the Falcons in Week 5.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7
It could be 'The Derrick Henry Show' for Ravens in Week 5 'SNF' clash vs. Falcons
It's beginning to look like it will be "The Derrick Henry Show" on Sunday in primetime when the Baltimore Ravens travel to the Atlanta Falcons.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 7
Mike Florio: Teams around league 'fear' Falcons with Matt Ryan 'all-in'
When you bludgeon two teams by 20-plus points in primetime in back-to-back weeks, averaging 40 points per game, the national media is going to start talking about you — and that’s been the case a lot for the Falcons over the last couple of days.
Tyler Shough News / Yardbarker / October 6
Tyler Shough shares strong reaction to Saints fans booing team during 'MNF' loss to Falcons
The fact that Monday's matchup commemorated the 20th anniversary of the reopening of the Superdome after Hurricane Katrina likely made the double-digit loss sting that much more for New Orleans fans.
Kellen Moore News / Yardbarker / October 6
Kellen Moore assigns blame for Saints' showing in 'MNF' loss to Falcons
The Falcons spoiled the Saints' fun by notching a 45-24 blowout win that dropped New Orleans to 1-3 on the season.
Bijan Robinson News / Yardbarker / October 6
'MNF' takeaways: Bijan Robinson, Falcons spoil 20th anniversary 'Domecoming' in rout of Saints
The Atlanta Falcons entered a tough road environment on "Monday Night Football" and came away with a statement 45-24 win over the division rival New Orleans Saints.
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