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Michael Penix Jr. Navigating NFL Learning Curve and Connection with Kyle Pitts
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. discusses what he's learned after two NFL starts, and how his belief in Kyle Pitts led to a big play against the Washington Commanders.
'Almost flawless football': Here's what the Falcons thought of Michael Penix Jr.'s first NFL start vs. Giants
The Atlanta Falcons reclaimed the NFC South lead this weekend, defeating the New York Giants by a score of 34-7. Michael Penix Jr. impressed in his first real NFL action, becoming just the third Falcons rookie quarterback ever to win his first start.
Michael Penix Jr. Excites NFL Fans as Falcons Beat Giants After Kirk Cousins Benched
The Michael Penix Jr. era has arrived in Atlanta. The Falcons rookie quarterback made his first start on Sunday, leading Atlanta to a dominant 34-7 win
NFL rumors: Falcons keeping Kirk Cousins as Michael Penix Jr.'s backup 'not off table'
Ian Rapoport suggested in a recent article that the Falcons could keep QB Kirk Cousins as a backup for the 2025 season.
Michael Penix Jr.’s Girlfriend Had 3-Word Message Before His First NFL Start
Penix was selected by Atlanta with the No. 8 overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. At the time, the selection stunned NFL fans, since the Falcons had signed free agent Kirk Cousins to a 4-year, $180 million contract to be their starting quarterback in 2024.
Atlanta’s plan to get Michael Penix Jr. ready for first NFL start: ‘We feel great where he’s at’
The Atlanta Falcons (7-7) and its new starting quarterback face the New York Giants (2-12) Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. on winning NFL Debut vs. Giants: '[My heart] is beating big right now'
Atlanta Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. spoke on winning his NFL Debut against the New York Giants, saying "[My heart] is beating big right now."
Falcons' Michael Penix: Throws first NFL TD in OT loss
Penix suffered from mixed fantasy results in Sunday's narrow defeat, throwing his second interception while converting his first touchdown pass as a pro in the extra-time loss to Washington. The playoff-eliminated Falcons opted to switch to the 2024 first-round pick after veteran Kirk Cousins couldn't lead the team to an elevated level of success in 2024.
Is Michael Penix Jr. ready to be an NFL starter? Let’s revisit his college film
Penix banked a ton of experience in college, as one of the nation's most dangerous downfield passers. Is he ready for the NFL stage?
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. throws first career TD pass to Kyle Pitts
WATCH: Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. throws first career TD to Kyle Pitts on 4th and goal to tie the game against the Commanders
Asked & Answered, Week 17: Did the Falcons do the right thing drafting Michael Penix Jr. after all?
ASKED: Did Atlanta make the right move after all? When Atlanta drafted Michael Penix Jr. just weeks after signing Kirk Cousins to a massive franchise-cornerstone deal, the disbelief and derision rained down from all corners of the NFL world — fans,
Falcons QB Penix gets engaged days after first career NFL start
Penix, the former Washington Huskies standout, was named the Falcons starter in Week 16, replacing veteran Kirk Cousins, who ...
Penix Shows NFL What Husky Fans Already Knew -- This Guy's Good
In three-plus hours, Michael Penix Jr. went from being an opening act to a stadium headliner -- he became an instant rock ...
Sorting the Sunday Pile, NFL Week 16: Michael Penix Jr. has sneaky sparkling debut; Lions munch on moldy bread
The individual stats won't blow you away, but Michael Penix Jr.'s starting debut for the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday was pretty ...
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Michael Penix, Jayden Daniels to make NFL history on Sunday Night
This Sunday’s prime-time matchup between the Atlanta Falcons and the Washington Commanders has no shortage of storylines. Not ...
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NFL Week 18 Picks: Experts predict Carolina Panthers to go out with a whimper
The Carolina Panthers have just one more game left on the schedule. The Atlanta Falcons need a win and more to ensure they don't fall into the same boat. This i ...
Rookie QBs Nix, Penix denied major moments by head coaches’ curious calls in waning minutes
Curious calls by Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton and Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris backfired in Week 18 and ...
Falcons See Future with Michael Penix, but Playoff Hopes Crash at Commanders
The Atlanta Falcons saw rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s first signature moment, but they failed to finish in a 30-24 loss to the Washington Commanders.
NFL overreactions Week 17: Bengals' core on last ride together in final week of season
Sports’ NFL overreactions after Week 17 begin with the Bengals: They are going to miss the postseason, and a franchise ...