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Michael Penix Jr. News / EssentiallySports / September 22
Falcons Name Michael Penix Jr. QB1 for Week 3 After Horrendous Start to Season
Michael Penix Jr. went down in the third quarter against Carolina with Atlanta leading 21-16, walked into the medical tent, and never came back. Kirk Cousins took over, the Falcons blew the lead and lost 30-27 in overtime, and Penix’s season was effectively over.
The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz
How many of the 46 NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards and three touchdowns in the same game at least 10 times in their career can you name in six minutes?
Michael Penix Jr. News / Pro Football Rumors / September 21
Falcons Name Michael Penix Jr. Week 3 Starting QB
Earlier today, Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski said a decision on the team’s starting quarterback would be made in short order. Atlanta’s setup atop the depth chart is indeed now known.
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.
Michael Penix Jr. News / TWSN / September 21
Atlanta Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr. Plan Becomes Clear Before Week 3
After falling to 0-2 to start the 2026 NFL season and optimism quickly fading with the lackluster quarterback play, the Atlanta Falcons need something to hang onto already if they want any hope to keep motivation high for the team.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 21
Falcons QB Play Raises Questions About Michael Penix Jr.’s Return
The Atlanta Falcons’ quarterback situation remains one of the biggest storylines heading into a short week, and Sunday’s loss to the Carolina Panthers only intensified the attention surrounding Michael Penix Jr.’s potential return.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 21
Falcons’ Kevin Stefanski stating obvious means Michael Penix Jr. can’t come back any sooner
The Atlanta Falcons’ Kevin Stefanski is running out of patience with his team after a 34-3 home loss to the Carolina Panthers that saw critics like Robert Griffin III blasting Cooper Rush and discussing a possible return.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 20
Falcons will be in national spotlight after nightmare start
The Atlanta Falcons have an exciting list of elite players on offense. The problem is the fact that the team doesn't have a quarterback to get them the ball.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / September 20
Report: Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. (knee) could debut Thursday
Injured quarterback Michael Penix Jr. could make his season debut for the Atlanta Falcons as soon as Thursday against the Green Bay Packers, according to an ESPN report Sunday.
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 20
Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr. poised to start Week 3 vs. Packers, so what will happen with Tua Tagovailoa
The Atlanta Falcons faced a challenging quarterback decision in Week 2 against the Carolina Panthers due to injuries to Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / September 19
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Could Play In Week 3
Michael Penix Jr. will once again be inactive for the Falcons tomorrow. The third-year quarterback continues to work his way back from the partial ACL tear which ended his 2025 campaign.
Atlanta Falcons News / EasySportz / September 19
Michael Penix Jr. Sits Out Again As Falcons Rely On Cooper Rush
The Atlanta Falcons face a tough start to their season as Michael Penix Jr. will miss his second consecutive game. This injury news confirms that Cooper Rush must step in again for the Sunday matchup against the Carolina Panthers.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 18
When Falcons ‘hope’ Michael Penix Jr. will start again over Cooper Rush
The Atlanta Falcons are winless after a Week 1 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers that included a rough season-ending injury. Injuries to prospective starters Michael Penix Jr.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 18
NFC Notes: Michael Penix Jr., Xavier Legette, Falcons, Panthers, Saints
Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski isn’t ready to name a starter for this week, but RB Bijan Robinson said that the team is ready for QB Michael Penix to return.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 18
Falcons reportedly make Cooper Rush, Michael Penix Jr. decision for Panthers game
It turns out the Falcons' actual quarterback situation was far less interesting than some had hoped.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / September 17
Falcons OC praises Michael Penix Jr., cedes QB plan to medical staff
Michael Penix Jr. is progressing in his third week of practicing without limitations but Falcons offensive coordinator Tommy Rees refused to speak out of turn regarding his return to game action.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 17
Cam Newton sends message to Falcons amid QB uncertainty after Cooper Rush flop
As of Thursday morning, the 0-1 Atlanta Falcons had not yet confirmed who will be the team's starting quarterback in Week 2.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 17
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. explains why his recovery is different than Patrick Mahomes'
While speaking with reporters on Wednesday, Penix explained why his recovery timeline is different than what Mahomes experienced this year.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 16
Falcons leave door open to start one of four quarterbacks vs. Panthers
Cooper Rush went 12-for-22 passing with 143 yards, a touchdown, two interceptions and a league-worst 2.6 adjusted QBR in Atlanta's 20-13 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sept. 13.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 16
Insiders address potential return of Michael Penix Jr.
Penix is still recovering from ACL surgery.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 15
Falcons seemingly make major Cooper Rush decision for Week 2 game vs. Panthers
The Falcons may or may not have shared a significant update regarding their quarterback situation on Tuesday.
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / September 13
Michael Penix Jr. gets his potential return date
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. does not appear likely to need too long before he is able to make his 2026 debut. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported Sunday that Penix hopes to return for Week 2 or 3 as he recovers from an ACL tear.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 13
Falcons Hoping Michael Penix Jr. Can Return In Week 2
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. was fully cleared from his torn ACL in late August, but the young passer isn’t playing in Week 1 as he continues to clear
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 12
Tua Tagovailoa's Falcons career may be over before he starts a game
The Atlanta Falcons confirmed some expected news on Friday when they announced that veteran backup Cooper Rush will be the team's starting quarterback over Tagovailoa for this coming Sunday's Week 1 game at the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 9
More information revealed on why Falcons made Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr. decision
Tagovailoa is getting the nod for the Falcons' Week 1 matchup at the Pittsburgh Steelers this coming Sunday.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 7
Falcons reveal Michael Penix Jr.'s Week 1 status
Penix spent the offseason recovering from an ACL injury that ended his 2025 season prematurely.
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