NFL: The Insiders on Michael Penix Jr.

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From the episode

Atlanta Falcons took Michael Pennick with the eighth pick...Pennick's showed a lot of promise in his short time there...connection with Drake London and the rejuvenated Kyle Pitts

Mentioned at 25:00 – 27:00

STACKED’s take

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Penix's 8th pick status suggests starter role; health will decide Falcons QB battle.

Penix, drafted 8th overall by the Falcons, is competing with Tua Tagovailoa for the starting job. Mark Ross notes Penix showed promise in his limited time, particularly with connections to Drake London and Kyle Pitts, but the competition will come down to health—Penix is coming off injury and Tua has a long injury history.