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ArticleMichael Penix Jr. was a full participant in Falcons practice, and Zachariah Bra...September 9, 2026

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The good news is that quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is practicing fully. It's already been noted that Tua Tagovailoa will serve as the team's starter as Penix is slowly brought back in when he's ready, whenever that is.

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Penix Jr. practicing fully despite knee injury; backup role to Tagovailoa

Michael Penix Jr. was a full participant in Falcons Week 1 practice despite a knee injury. The source notes he is being slowly brought back into the offense when ready, with Tua Tagovailoa serving as the starter in the interim.