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We still don't know if Michael Penix Jr. will play this weekend in preseason action, much less whether he'd be able to start Week 1. But in terms of preparation, the team appears to be giving both potential QB1s a fair shot to win the job long-term.

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Penix competing for QB1 job; preseason availability still uncertain.

The Falcons are giving both Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa a fair shot to win the QB1 job long-term; it remains unclear whether Penix will play in preseason action on Friday night or be ready to start Week 1.