FFin60 on Michael Penix Jr.

ArticleFFin60 | Friday Injury ReportSeptember 11, 2026

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Atlanta had already locked him in as the Week 1 starter over Michael Penix Jr.

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NeutralDepth Chart

Penix Jr. remains backup to Tagovailoa despite Tua's oblique scare.

Atlanta locked in Tua Tagovailoa as Week 1 starter over Michael Penix Jr., though Tua's oblique strain now creates uncertainty.

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Michael Penix Jr.PositiveDepth Chart

Penix Jr. expected to take over as starter in October or sooner if Tagovailoa remains injured.

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Michael Penix Jr.NeutralRole

Penix expected to start by season's end; aggressive offense and 9-10 win upside if healthy.

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Michael Penix Jr.NegativeInjury

Penix Jr. unavailable Week 1 continuing ACL recovery from last season.

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Michael Penix Jr.PositiveNews

Falcons drafted Michael Penix 8th overall in the same 2024 offseason as signing Kirk Cousins to a 4-year, $180 million deal. They are now starting a...

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Michael Penix Jr.PositiveNews

Falcons: “Michael we really need you this week.” Penix:

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Michael Penix Jr.NegativeInjury

Penix ruled out Week 1, still recovering from last season's torn ACL

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