The Falcoholic on Michael Penix Jr.

Penix nearing return; could start Week 3 vs. Packers on TNF.

Penix is nearing a return and could make his 2026 debut as the Falcons' starting quarterback as early as Week 3 Thursday night against the Green Bay Packers in Lambeau, per Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport. The source assesses that starting in Week 3 is the smart play, giving Penix a week and a half to rest and prepare for the Saints in Week 4 on Monday Night Football, rather than risking a Sunday start with only four days before the next game.

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