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Falcons QB Michael Penix, coming off ACL surgery, says he’s improving daily and focused on rebuilding strength and the mental confidence to trust his knee, while awaiting medical clearance to return to full team activities.
Michael Penix Jr. says his doctor told him his ACL is 'amazing' and he should never have knee problems again, but he’s not yet cleared for full team drills after a torn ACL, making a Week 1 return unlikely even as Tua Tagovailoa is slated to start the Falcons’ preseason opener and Penix works through rehab.
At the start of Falcons training camp, Tua Tagovailoa won’t practice after an injury flared up (back tightness per ESPN), and Michael Penix hasn’t been cleared for team drills, leaving the Falcons’ quarterback competition in limbo as undrafted rookie Jack Strand is the only healthy quarterback and Cooper Rush could be added to options.
During Falcons offseason practices, quarterback Michael Penix is limited by a torn ACL, while head coach Kevin Stefanski stresses a deliberately intentional QB competition—rotating first reps and drills to bring out the best in each signal-caller. It remains uncertain when Penix will participate in full-team drills, with the full head-to-head competition expected to unfold once he is cleared, potentially against Tua Tagovailoa.
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix is back to throwing in Phase 2 of Atlanta's offseason program six months after tearing his ACL, with veteran Tua Tagovailoa added as insurance. Penix posted video of throws to Drake London at Flowery Branch and is aiming to be ready for Week 1, having started 12 games for Atlanta for 2,757 yards, 12 touchdowns and 6 interceptions since being drafted in 2024.
Falcons say they won’t commit to a starting QB yet as Michael Penix recovers from ACL injury; a full roster review under the new regime will shape plans for 2026, with potential quarterback moves on the horizon and Kirk Cousins’ status looming after a contract restructuring.
Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski says he’s excited about quarterback Michael Penix and optimistic about his future, focusing on Penix’s ACL rehab and his ability to progress through reads and push the ball downfield; Stefanski also notes there could be future discussions about Kirk Cousins as Atlanta’s plans evolve.
In Week 8 of the NFL 2025 season, the Falcons will be without quarterback Michael Penix and wide receiver Drake London due to injuries, with Kirk Cousins starting at QB and Easton Stick as the backup. Penix's absence is confirmed due to a knee injury, and London is downgraded to questionable with a hip injury. The article also lists other inactives across various teams for the week.
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins due to an ankle injury, with a final decision pending. Several other players are also questionable or ruled out for the game.
The Falcons secured a 34-27 victory over the Commanders, with standout performances from Michael Penix, Drake London, and Bijan Robinson, marking a turnaround after a previous loss and improving their record to 2-2, while the Commanders also remain at 2-2 amid injury concerns to quarterback Jayden Daniels.
Raheem Morris has publicly backed Michael Penix as the Falcons' starting quarterback despite recent poor performances, emphasizing confidence in his ability to bounce back after a tough game.
The Atlanta Falcons have no plans to replace quarterback Michael Penix with Kirk Cousins despite a recent 30-0 loss, with coach Raheem Morris stating Penix remains the starter and the team will not consider a quarterback competition going into Week 4.
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix was involved in a fight during a joint practice with the Titans, stemming from trash talk and competitive tensions, but he emphasized the importance of respect and teamwork.
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix and likely Kirk Cousins will sit out their preseason game against the Titans, with Easton Stick and Emory Jones expected to handle most of the quarterback duties during the week.
Michael Penix believes the Falcons have the talent to have the best offense in the league in the upcoming season, citing their strong roster including first-round picks and his previous performance, but acknowledges that results will depend on execution.