Behind the Steel Curtain on Tua Tagovailoa

ArticleSteelers get clarity on Falcons QB plan ahead of Week 1 matchup
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"My general feel is that Tua will be the starter for Week 1," Rapoport said on The Pat McAfee Show. "Penix has not been cleared."
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Tua expected to start Week 1 for Falcons vs. Steelers; Penix not cleared.

Tua Tagovailoa is expected to be the Atlanta Falcons' Week 1 starter against Pittsburgh, according to Ian Rapoport on The Pat McAfee Show. Michael Penix has not been cleared, making Tua the likely choice despite an ongoing quarterback battle. The Steelers previously faced Tagovailoa in Week 15 of the 2025 season, winning 28-15 and holding him to a QBR of 12.2.

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