Michael Penix Jr. - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Colts QB Daniel Jones Continues To Impress In Return From Achilles Injury

Daniel Jones lit up a solid Falcons secondary on Wednesday, though a key Colts pass-catcher had to leave the field with an injury.

1 HOUR AGO • FOX SPORTS

Colts QB Daniel Jones Continues To Impress In Return From Achilles Injury

Colts' Keenan Allen and Falcons' Za'Darius Smith sit out the teams' first joint practice

Keenan Allen has joined the Indianapolis Colts, but he's not yet practicing

4 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Even After 1 Preseason Game, Falcons Clearly Have More Questions Than Answers

Atlanta is dealing with significant absences on the defensive front, and a competition at quarterback hasn't developed as hoped. That was ev...

1 DAY AGO • FOX SPORTS

Even After 1 Preseason Game, Falcons Clearly Have More Questions Than Answers

Michael Penix Jr. didn't have to play to gain favor in the Falcons' QB battle Michael Penix Jr. is looking like an appealing option for the Atlanta Falcons if he can get back to health.

1 DAY AGO • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Remaining limited to 7-on-7 drills this week Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday that Penix (knee) will remain limited to taking part in 7-on-7 drills during practices this week, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Atlanta hasn't yet cleared Penix for 11-on-11 drills as he works his way back ACL surgery, and until he checks off that box in the recovery process, the quarterback won't be available for preseason action. The Falcons are seemingly preparing for both Penix and Tua Tagovailoa (rest) to sit out their second preseason game Saturday versus the Colts, as Stefanski told Raimondi that Cooper Rush and Jack Strand are under consideration to start that game.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

"An absolute, unmitigated disaster": NFL insider serves reality check to Falcons on Kevin Stefanski hire as Michael Penix Jr. mocks Tua Tagovailoa Atlanta Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski is already facing the heat from fans and analysts after his first preseason game as the team's new coach.

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"Trash calling another trash": NFL fans react as Michael Penix Jr. mocks Tua Tagovailoa with viral hand gesture after Falcons QB fumbles snap The Atlanta Falcons' quarterback competition between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr.

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Tua Tagovailoa's dismal debut threatens to rush Michael Penix's recovery The Atlanta Falcons quarterback problem is far worse than we realized.

4 DAYS AGO • FANSIDED.COM

Barron returns pick 97 yards for a TD as Stidham leads Broncos to runaway 27-7 win over Falcons

Jarrett Stidham threw a touchdown pass in his bid to keep his hold on Denver’s backup job and Jahdae Barron returned an interception 97 yards for a touchdown as the Broncos overwhe...

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Tua Tagovailoa's Falcons era begins with a brutal reality check against Denver | Sporting News Tua Tagovailoa’s Falcons debut didn’t go according to plan. Starting in place of the injured Michael Penix Jr., the veteran quarterback stru...

5 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Where to watch Broncos vs Falcons: Live stream NFL Preseason, TV channel The Denver Broncos and Atlanta Falcons open their 2026 preseason Friday night at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with the two teams taking different...

5 DAYS AGO • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Is Michael Penix Jr. playing today? Latest Falcons injury update for preseason Week 1 Michael Penix Jr. has been limited in training camp as he's recovering from an ACL injury.

5 DAYS AGO • FANSIDED.COM

"You're on the clock": Cam Newton directly warns Michael Penix Jr. over Falcons QB1 battle with Tua Tagovailoa Cam Newton knows a thing or two about being an NFL quarterback.

5 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Falcons fans are missing the bigger picture with Michael Penix Jr.'s recovery What the national media is saying versus what the Atlanta Falcons are saying about Michael Penix Jr. is different.

5 DAYS AGO • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Falcons are giving Michael Penix Jr. one last chance to catch Tua Tagovailoa Michael Penix Jr. is running out of time to bridge the gap in the Atlanta Falcons' quarterback competition.

6 DAYS AGO • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Falcons Still Believe Michael Penix Jr. Can Win QB Competition The Atlanta Falcons are still confident in Michael Penix Jr. despite delayed clearance from ACL injury.

6 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

"Until it explodes on their turf in 8 weeks": NFL fans react to Michael Penix Jr. claiming ACL should never be a problem again after doctor's comment Michael Penix Jr. saw his 2025 season prematurely end in November, when he partially tore his ACL and had to undergo surgery. Nine months later, he has a bold take on his present s...

AUGUST 13 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

NFL Catchup: Browns, Falcons Name Preseason Starting QBs; Bears HC Bold Goals

The Cleveland Browns and Atlanta Falcons revealed their preseason starting quarterbacks, while Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson outlined...

AUGUST 13 • FOX SPORTS

NFL Catchup: Browns, Falcons Name Preseason Starting QBs; Bears HC Bold Goals

"This means Michael Penix Jr. won the job basically": NFL fans react as Tua Tagovailoa gets starter role for Falcons vs Broncos preseason opener Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will start Friday night’s preseason opener against the Denver Broncos, coach Kevin Stefanski announced on Wednesday.

AUGUST 12 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Realistic Michael Penix Jr. trade packages the Steelers, Lions and Browns can offer The Atlanta Falcons used the No. 8 overall selection in the 2024 NFL Draft on Michael Penix Jr. just months after handing Kirk Cousins $180...

AUGUST 12 • FANSIDED.COM

Michael Penix Jr. on preparation and expectations for 2026 Atlanta Falcons season Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. speaks to the media following practice at AT&T Training Camp.

AUGUST 12 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. seemingly hands Tua Tagovailoa starting spot with latest comments | Sporting News The Atlanta Falcons QB battle is an exciting one as they have two southpaw options. However, third year QB Michael Penix Jr. may have just m...

AUGUST 12 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Tua Tagovailoa Will Start Falcons Preseason Opener, But Week 1 QB Still Unclear

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will start Friday in the team's preseason opener against the Denver Broncos, head coach Kevin Ste...

AUGUST 12 • FOX SPORTS

Tua Tagovailoa Will Start Falcons Preseason Opener, But Week 1 QB Still Unclear

Tagovailoa to play at least first series with starters in Falcons' preseason opener against Broncos

Atlanta Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski says starters, including quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, will play at least the first series in Friday night’s preseason opener against the Denver...

AUGUST 12 • Associated Press

Falcons coach revives Michael Penix Jr.'s hopeless chance of being starting QB The Atlanta Falcons continue to make it clear that Michael Penix Jr. has a shot at the starting gig.

AUGUST 12 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

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