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ArticleMichael Penix Jr. will start at QB on Thursday Night Football against the Packe...September 21, 2026

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Cooper Rush will be the team's third quarterback and Jack Strand will be mothballed the rest of the way if everyone stays healthy, and all of Atlanta's weapons get a significant upgrade in terms of outlook, as does the entire offense.

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

Cooper Rush will be the Falcons' third quarterback behind Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa. The source characterizes Penix as a much more poised and polished passer than Rush, suggesting Rush's role is limited to emergency backup.