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Michael Penix Jr. participated in once again... On the reason he's not yet medically cleared for full contact: 'If I had a rush coming at me and everything, I could get away, but it's just right now, if I don't get away, that's what we think about.'
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Penix Jr. not yet medically cleared for full contact; defers to doctors on timeline.
Michael Penix Jr. participated in 7-on-7 drills during day 2 of joint practices but remains not yet medically cleared for full contact. On his clearance status, Penix explained: 'If I had a rush coming at me and everything, I could get away, but it's just right now, if I don't get away, that's what we think about.' He deferred to medical staff on timing, saying 'I would never argue with a doctor' and trusts their judgment on body mechanics. Head coach Kevin Stefanski indicated the team will address how to get Penix up to speed once cleared, saying they will 'cross that bridge when we get there,' acknowledging that Penix has not taken any contact this preseason.
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