Falcons non-committal on Penix Jr. as QB1 after ACL rehab
TL;DR
Falcons president Matt Ryan refused to guarantee Michael Penix Jr. will be the starting quarterback when he returns from ACL surgery, signaling ongoing roster decisions under new GM Ian Cunningham; Penix’s status remains uncertain amid competition considerations and his aim to be ready for Week 1 of 2026.
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