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ArticleFalcons QB Michael Penix Jr. cleared for all football activitiesAugust 22, 2026

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Penix Jr. has been cleared for 11-on-11 activities...he's participated in everything outside of team activities — and he's worked through mental reps in 11-on-11s when he can't participate.

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Penix Jr. cleared for full contact; mental reps should accelerate return to form.

Penix Jr. has been cleared for 11-on-11 activities after meeting with medical staff on Friday, ending his return-to-play restrictions. He has participated in everything outside of team activities all summer and worked through mental reps in 11-on-11s when unable to participate physically, positioning him to get up to speed quickly despite rust concerns.