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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 21
Matt Ryan Breaks Down the One Thing Holding Michael Penix Jr. Back
Michael Penix Jr. is entering a pivotal season with the Atlanta Falcons in 2026. After tearing his ACL in November, he was already going to have a difficult offseason as he went through rehab.
NFL News / SportsTalkATL / January 18
Arthur Blank cooks Kevin Stefanski dinner, offers him Falcons head coach job after eating
On Saturday night, amid a steak dinner at Arthur Blank’s house, the Atlanta Falcons hired Kevin Stefanski to be the team’s next head coach. Stefanski had been linked to the Falcons job by numerous reporters since the very beginning of the process, and once John Harbaugh was made official by the Giants, it felt like Atlanta had a clear frontrunner.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 18
Kevin Stefanski lands Falcons job, gets to prove he wasn't problem in Cleveland
The Atlanta Falcons have their new head coach, and it is a two-time NFL coach of the year.
The 'Youngest Conference Champ QBs' quiz
How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history to win a Conference Championship game before turning 27 years old can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 10
NFC Notes: Matt Ryan, Michael Penix Jr., Falcons, Panthers
Falcons owner Arthur Blank reiterated that he believes that QB Michael Penix, Jr. is the team’s quarterback of the present and the future. “I do think Michael is our franchise quarterback,” Blank said when asked about Penix’s role, via Falcons Wire.
The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history
The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / January 8
Falcons owner Arthur Blank gives big John Harbaugh, Michael Penix Jr. updates
Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank addressed the team's coaching search and quarterback situation.
NFL News / Football Analysis / January 7
Predicting Every NFL Head Coach Hire
No matter how bad of a situation you’re in, a good head coach can turn it all around. This year alone is proof of that. In 2024, the Jaguars, Patriots and Bears were in freefall, and desperately needed some life.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / December 30
Late-season surge complicates Falcons 2026 QB plans
The Atlanta Falcons' late-season surge may make things harder for the front office this offseason.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 25
Falcons Get Encouraging Update on Michael Penix Jr.
FLOWERY BRANCH – Week 17 marks six weeks since Michael Penix Jr. injured his knee against the Carolina Panthers, and Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris was able to provide an update on his quarterback’s status. “Back with us.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / December 4
Three Atlanta Falcons quarterback options for 2026
With Michael Penix Jr. going down with a season-ending ACL injury, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris has already acknowledged the obvious surrounding the quarterback position.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
Atlanta Falcons News / Gridiron Heroics / November 22
'I Hope He Proves Me Wrong': Falcons Icon Gets Brutally Honest on Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta Falcons legend Todd McClure didn’t hold back when asked about quarterback Michael Penix Jr., sharing tough but honest thoughts about the youngster’s future.
Atlanta Falcons News / LWOSports.com / November 20
What does a Kirk Cousins led Falcons Offense Look Like With the Michael Penix Jr. Injury?
The Atlanta Falcons‘ 30-27 overtime loss to the Carolina Panthers is just the basis of their issues going forward. Second-year quarterback, Michael Penix Jr., went down midway through the third quarter on his inaugural drive of the half.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / November 20
Raheem Morris says the obvious about the future of Michael Penix Jr.
In light of recent events — five straight losses and ACL surgery for Michael Penix Jr. — the Falcons are in a position where the most obvious course of action is to blow the whole damn thing up.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / November 19
Falcons sign quarterback in wake of Michael Penix Jr. injury
Michael Penix Jr. was placed on IR earlier in the week after suffering a knee injury against the Panthers. It has since been announced that he will need complete reconstructive surgery on his left ACL, ending his season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / November 19
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. undergoing third ACL surgery, out for season
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. required season-ending surgery to repair a partially torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. Atlanta's first-round pick in the 2024 draft, Penix received a second medical opinion before opting to head back to the operating table.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / November 19
Report: Michael Penix Jr. to have third ACL surgery
The Falcons’ worst fears were realized on Wednesday, as Ian Rapoport confirmed Michael Penix Jr. will need complete reconstruction surgery on his ACL. This will be Penix’s third season-ending ACL surgery dating back to his college days, a devastating blow for a player with so much talent.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 19
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Requires Knee Surgery, Out At Least Nine Months
According to Ian Rapoport, Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. requires surgery to repair his ACL injury and will need at least nine months to recover. This
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 17
Falcons To Place Michael Penix Jr. On Injured Reserve
According to Ian Rapoport, the Falcons will place QB Michael Penix Jr. on injured reserve after his Week 11 knee injury. Rapoport confirms a report from Zach Klein that Penix has damage to his ACL, and while Klein noted the ACL tear was partial, a tear is a tear.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / November 17
Report: Michael Penix Jr. in danger of missing the rest of the season
In an absolute gut punch, ESPN’s Adam Schefter is reporting that Michael Penix Jr.’s season is likely over after suffering a knee injury in Sunday’s loss to the Panthers.
Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / November 17
Report: Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. (knee) may be done for season
The knee injury that knocked Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. out of Sunday's game is potentially season-ending, ESPN reported Monday. The second-year starter aggravated a bone bruise in his left knee early in the third quarter of the 30-27 overtime loss to the visiting Carolina Panthers.
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / November 17
Michael Penix Jr. may have a season-ending injury
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. suffered a knee injury during Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers, and it is one that may cost him the remainder of the 2025 season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / November 17
Falcons fear season-ending knee injury for QB Michael Penix Jr.
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. suffered a potential season-ending knee injury in a 30-27 loss to the Panthers on Sunday.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / November 16
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / November 16
Bad news emerges about Michael Penix Jr’s injury
It may be time for the Atlanta Falcons to wave the white flag on the season. Falcons starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. had to exit Sunday’s Week 11 game against the Carolina Panthers with an injury.
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / November 14
Falcons coach is not happy about misleading Michael Penix Jr. quote
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris is not happy over a clip of quarterback Michael Penix Jr. that went viral this week. The clip, from Penix’s press conference Wednesday, featured the quarterback being asked who he leans on to help him when he is struggling.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / October 31
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. to return in Week 9
The Falcons were without their starting quarterback and top receiver in Week 8. Both are on track to return in time for Sunday’s game, though.
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