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Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. reveals engagement days after first NFL start
From one milestone to another. Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. announced his engagement to girlfriend Olivia Carter on Saturday, just days after making his first NFL start on Dec. 22. “The sweetest love ❤️ Olivia and Michael 12.
Why Falcons loss to Commanders proved they made right call to bench Kirk Cousins for Michael Penix Jr.
Even in their loss to the Commanders, the Falcons look to have made the right call between Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr.
What did NFL scouts say about Michael Penix Jr. before the draft?
Falcons rookie Michael Penix Jr. has patiently waited for his opportunity while the other quarterbacks in this year’s draft class have received all the headlines this season.
Luke Kuechly liked what he saw from Falcons rookie Michael Penix Jr.'s NFL debut
After completely bombing five starts in a row, Cousins was benched by the Falcons last week in favor of rookie Michael Penix Jr. out of Washington. Even though his numbers were no
Falcons' Michael Penix: Throws first NFL TD in OT loss
Penix completed 19 of 35 pass attempts for 223 yards, one touchdown and one interception while rushing for three yards on two attempts in Sunday's 30-24 overtime loss to the Commanders.
Atlanta’s plan to get Michael Penix Jr. ready for first NFL start: ‘We feel great where he’s at’
The Atlanta Falcons (7-7) and its new starting quarterback face the New York Giants (2-12) Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
NFL rumors: Falcons keeping Kirk Cousins as Michael Penix Jr.'s backup 'not off table'
Ian Rapoport suggested in a recent article that the Falcons could keep QB Kirk Cousins as a backup for the 2025 season.
Michael Penix Jr. Excites NFL Fans as Falcons Beat Giants After Kirk Cousins Benched
The Michael Penix Jr. era has arrived in Atlanta. The Falcons rookie quarterback made his first start on Sunday, leading Atlanta to a dominant 34-7 win
Has Michael Penix Jr. already proved he’s the second-best rookie QB? | Speak
Michael Irvin breaks down Michael Penix Jr.'s impressive performances in his recent starts and discusses whether he has already proven himself as the second-best rookie quarterback in the NFL.
'Almost flawless football': Here's what the Falcons thought of Michael Penix Jr.'s first NFL start vs. Giants
The Atlanta Falcons reclaimed the NFC South lead this weekend, defeating the New York Giants by a score of 34-7. Michael Penix Jr. impressed in his first real NFL action, becoming just the third Falcons rookie quarterback ever to win his first start.
Ex-Husky Michael Penix Jr. ‘looks like a pro QB’ in first NFL start
Rookie Michael Penix Jr. made his first NFL start in place of Kirk Cousins, and it's fair to wonder if Cousins will play another meaningful snap for Atlanta.
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Michael Penix, Jayden Daniels to make NFL history on Sunday Night
This Sunday’s prime-time matchup between the Atlanta Falcons and the Washington Commanders has no shortage of storylines. Not ...
Every key playoff, No. 1 pick scenario and odds for NFL’s Week 18
In turn, the Chargers are 5.5-point favorites over the 5-11 Raiders in Week 18, when a win (and Steelers loss) could allow ...
Falcons vs. Commanders Best NFL Prop Bets for Sunday Night Football in NFL Week 17
We're in for a treat on Sunday Night Football when, for the first time in NFL history, two first-round rookie quarterbacks will play against each other in a pri ...