The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny on Michael Penix Jr.

PodcastSend in the Browns: Preseason QB Battles and New OffensesAugust 18, 2026

From the episode

this is a massive opportunity for him right because i two was going to start week one because of penix jr and and the fact that he's been hurt so he has a real chance here to come in and i think benefit from the comparison

Mentioned at 19:52 – 20:26

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Penix has a major opportunity to win the starting job over a struggling Tua

Michael Penix Jr. has a massive opportunity to secure the starting role in Atlanta due to Tua Tagovailoa's poor performance and injury history. Mina Kimes suggests that Penix could benefit significantly from the direct comparison if he shows growth in playing from under center.