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Seahawks visit Falcons in matchup of teams heading in opposite directions

The Seattle Seahawks visit the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday in a matchup of teams heading in opposite directions

6 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Darnold and Seahawks are looking to continue strong season against Cousins and struggling Falcons

The Seattle Seahawks are tied for the NFC West lead at 9-3 and have momentum following a shutout win over Minnesota as they visit the struggling Atlanta Falcons

9 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Once-easy Falcons' Kirk Cousins call suddenly erupted into full-blown dilemma Michael Penix Jr.'s season-ending ACL tear means that the Atlanta Falcons have a difficult offseason decision to make regarding Kirk Cousins...

15 HOURS AGO • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Falcons waste a big game by Robinson as special teams breakdowns lead to 6th loss in past 7 games

Losses in six of their past seven games have left the Atlanta Falcons needing a huge rally to avoid their eighth consecutive losing season

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Nick Folk's 56-yard field goal on final play lifts Jets to 27-24 win over Falcons

Nick Folk kicked a 56-yard field goal through heavy mist as time expired, leading the New York Jets to a 27-24 victory over the Atlanta Falcons

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Jets' Breece Hall, Falcons' Bijan Robinson to face off in matchup of star playmaking running backs

Breece Hall and Bijan Robinson are key players for the New York Jets and Atlanta Falcons, wit both teams relying on the star running backs to drive their offenses

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Falcons OC defends controversial call for Michael Penix Jr. The Atlanta Falcons will live and die by their decisions.

6 DAYS AGO • BOLAVIP.COM

Zac Robinson offered a brutally honest assessment about Darnell Mooney's struggles Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson added to the Michael Penix Jr. dogpile by admitting Darnell Mooney's slow start was on Pe...

6 DAYS AGO • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Falcons and Kirk Cousins take on Jets and Tyrod Taylor in matchup of vet QBs on struggling squads

The Atlanta Falcons face the New York Jets on Sunday

NOVEMBER 26 • Associated Press

Raheem Morris doubles down in his criticism of Michael Penix Jr.'s capabilities With Kirk Cousins taking over, Raheem Morris took a loud but subtle shot at Michael Penix Jr.'s limitations within this Atlanta Falcons' off...

NOVEMBER 26 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Raheem Morris mentions big difference between Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix Jr. Kirk Cousins will have one final chance to prove that he's still got it.

NOVEMBER 26 • BOLAVIP.COM

Surgery goes well Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said Wednesday that Penix (knee) underwent full reconstructive surgery to address the partially torn ACL in his left knee on Tuesday, Nov. 25, and...

Impact Penix faces a nine-month recovery timetable as a result of the procedure. This is the third time Penix has undergone ACL reconstructive surgery, as during his collegiate career in 2018 and 2020 he suffered tears in his right knee. He also suffered season-ending shoulder injuries during college in 2019 and 2021. Morris has stated that the context of Penix's injury will "100 percent" influence Atlanta to "make some different plans" at quarterback this offseason, per Adam Schefter of ESPN, though that could refer as easily to the team prioritizing a reliable backup as actual competition for the starting role. Kirk Cousins will start the remainder of the season under center for the Falcons, but this offseason the team can exercise a potential 'out' for the final two season of his four-year, $180 million contract at the cost of a $35 million dead cap hit. Atlanta does not currently possess any first-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, which will limit the team's ability to maneuver in pursuit of a high-upside alternative at quarterback.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Former Falcons' fan favorite just threw some serious shade at Michael Penix Jr. Former Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Harry Douglas is not a fan of Michael Penix Jr. and this Atlanta offense.

NOVEMBER 26 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Falcons managed to dodge a JJ McCarthy disaster that no one is talking about For as bad as Michael Penix Jr. has been for the Atlanta Falcons, J.J. McCarthy has been even worse in Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 24 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Kirk Cousins just forced Falcons into an uncomfortable Michael Penix Jr. conversation The Atlanta Falcons saw Kirk Cousins look like his old self in Week 12, which seeing some difficult questions emerge.

NOVEMBER 24 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Raheem Morris subtly threw Michael Penix Jr. under the bus after Falcons' Week 12 win Kirk Cousins' impressive Week 12 performance saw Raheem Morris quietly admit Michael Penix Jr. is holding the Atlanta Falcons' offense back.

NOVEMBER 24 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

It took one half for Kirk Cousins to do what Michael Penix Jr. never could in Atlanta In his first start replacing Michael Penix Jr. after his season-ending ACL tear, Kirk Cousins has kept the Atlanta Falcons' offense afloat.

NOVEMBER 23 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Will Michael Penix Jr. return this season? Injury update, return timeline for Falcons QB | Sporting News Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. was placed on injured reserve during the week after suffering a knee injury in Week 11. Here's...

NOVEMBER 23 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

3 biggest challenges the Falcons will face in Week 12 against the Saints With Michael Penix Jr. and Drake London both sidelined, the Atlanta Falcons will be in for a rude awakening against the Saints.

NOVEMBER 23 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Surgery coming this week Penix is scheduled to undergo reconstructive ACL surgery on his left knee in Los Angeles during the upcoming week and is expected to face a nine-month recovery, Adam Schefter of ES...

Impact With Penix set for season-ending surgery, Kirk Cousins will take over as the Falcons' new starting quarterback beginning with Sunday's game in New Orleans. Even though Penix's estimated nine-month recovery timeline would give him a chance to be ready to play by Week 1 of the 2026 campaign, head coach Raheem Morris acknowledged that Penix's medical history will likely prompt the team to make alternative plans at quarterback -- whether that's retaining Cousins or bringing aboard someone else -- this coming offseason as a safeguard. During his time in college, Penix previously underwent surgeries to repair the ACL in his right knee in 2018 and 2020, and he also had two other seasons end early due to shoulder injuries.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Painfully obvious Michael Penix Jr. replacement just fell into the Falcons' lap The moment the Atlanta Falcons have desperately tried to avoid (again) has come. They're back in quarterback hell following second-year pro...

NOVEMBER 23 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Kirk Cousins didn't hold back about capitalizing on second lease on life with Falcons Kirk Cousins' comment proves truer than ever as the Atlanta Falcons are forced to turn to him with Michael Penix Jr. sidelined for the seaso...

NOVEMBER 22 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Michael Penix Jr. injury could ignite a redemption arc for one struggling Falcon The Atlanta Falcons' rash of injuries could be a blessing in disguise for their regressing star.

NOVEMBER 22 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

NFL Week 12 Preview: Stats and Storylines for Five FOX Games

We preview the Week 12 slate on FOX, with the best matchup in Dallas as the Eagles defense tries to keep the Cowboys offense in check.

NOVEMBER 21 • FOX SPORTS

Falcons should already be thinking about these 5 Michael Penix Jr. insurance options The Atlanta Falcons need to consider these five insurance options if Michael Penix Jr. isn't back in time for Week 1 of 2026.

NOVEMBER 21 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM