Yahoo Fantasy Football on Michael Penix Jr.

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Michael Penix Jr. was recovering from ACL surgery and the team was unsure he'd be ready for the season opener. Penix couldn't make it back in time for Week 1 so Tagovailoa got the nod to start against the Steelers.

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Penix likely to become Falcons starter once healthy from ACL recovery.

Michael Penix Jr. was recovering from ACL surgery heading into the season and couldn't make it back in time for Week 1, which is why Tagovailoa got the start against the Steelers. However, the source indicates that by the time Tagovailoa is ready to return from his oblique injury, Penix will likely be the starter for the Falcons going forward.