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ArticleWhat Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski said about QB Michael Penix Jr.'s returnSeptember 21, 2026

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third-string quarterback Cooper Rush was benched for undrafted rookie Jack Strand

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Rush benched after two starts; undrafted rookie Jack Strand takes over.

Cooper Rush was benched after the Falcons' 34-3 loss to the Carolina Panthers in Week 2, with undrafted rookie Jack Strand taking over as the third-string quarterback option. This move came after Rush served as the starter in the team's first two games (0-2 record) while both Penix and Tagovailoa dealt with injuries.

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Rush demoted to third-string QB behind Penix and Tagovailoa.

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Rush benched after poor performance; replaced by Penix Jr. as Falcons starter.

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Rush's backup duo combined for 38.2 rating, 5.3 Y/A, 1 TD-5 INT through two weeks.

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