Falcons are leaning on rookie QB Penix

Watch: Falcons WR bobbles pass, and rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. is intercepted
Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s pass-catchers continue to do him no favors. In Sunday's home game against the Carolina Panthers, Penix dropped back on a 1st-and-10 at Atlanta's 27-yard line and fired a pass to wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud III early in the third quarter.
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. Debuts in NFL.com QB Index
Because Week 17 began on a Wednesday, NFL.com's Nick Shook didn't rank every starting quarterback as he usually does last Thursday. But after waiting another week, Atlanta Falcons fans can see where Shook ranked quarterback Michael Penix Jr. following his first two NFL starts.
Falcons are leaning on rookie QB Penix as they try to protect fading playoff hopes against Panthers
Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will make his third start as the Atlanta Falcons try to protect their playoff hopes against the Carolina Panthers.
Falcons' Kyle Pitts admits why he launched Michael Penix Jr.'s first NFL touchdown ball into stands
When Kyle Pitts caught the game-tying touchdown pass against the Washington Commanders on Sunday night, he got swept up in the emotion of the moment and launched the ball into the air. What Pitts didn't realize at the time was he'd just thrown away Michael Penix Jr.
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. reveals engagement days after first NFL start
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.
Michael Penix Jr. vs. Bryce Young in Week 18: Falcons vs. Panthers Preview
This affiliate content is not influenced by our advertising relationships, but AP and Data Skrive might earn commissions from our partners’ links in this content.
Penix, Falcons have to beat Panthers and hope for help in their last chance to end playoff drought
Pregame analysis and predictions of the Carolina Panthers vs. Atlanta Falcons NFL game to be played on January 5, 2025 on ESPN.
Penix, Falcons Could Make the Playoffs Next Year
The first major winter storm of the season will bring heavy snow and ice to millions I made too many withdrawals during the first 6 years of retirement to pay for cruises, a new car, new hobbies — now I’m worried. Can I get back on track in 2025 without too much pain? College football fans had jokes after Georgia's Parker Jones got a sideline penalty for colliding with a ref 5 Countertop Trends That Are Going to Be in Every Kitchen in 2025, According to Designers New USFK commander Drabble by Kevin Fagan
NFL2h
Penix Jr.'s 20-yard TD strike to London trims Panthers' lead to 31-30
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. connects with wide receiver Drake London for a 21-yard touchdown pass.
Social Media Puts Falcons on Blast After Missing NFL Postseason
Similar to their winning seasons drought, the Falcons haven't earned a playoff spot since 2017. The organization is in their longest postseason drought since the 1980s. The Falcons have failed to make ...