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Penix, who partially tore his ACL last November, finally received clearance to begin full 11-on-11 work on Monday, meaning the Falcons' QB competition can now begin in earnest.

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Penix cleared for full 11-on-11 work after November ACL injury; competition with Tagovailoa begins.

Penix partially tore his ACL last November and finally received clearance to begin full 11-on-11 work on Monday, meaning the Falcons' QB competition with Tagovailoa can now begin in earnest. Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski is waiting to see how Penix performs in full-squad drills before naming a starter.