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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. says Kirk Cousins is 'Heavily Involved'
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins has been a quality backup to rookie Michael Penix Jr., said head coach Raheem Morris.
Former NBA star gives controversial take on Falcons QB Michael Penix
Penix, the former Washington Huskies QB, led the Falcons to an easy win over the New York Giants before suffering a 30-24 overtime loss to the Washington Commanders in Week 17. Despite the loss, Penix impressed those around the NFL with his poise in the face of adversity.
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.: Kirk Cousins has been great and nothing but supportive
As a contending team, the Falcons took the rare step of replacing their veteran quarterback with a rookie in Week 16.
Falcons Coach Says Michael Penix Jr. has Trait Most 'Great' QBs Have
Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. had perhaps his most impressive drive through two starts late in the fourth quarter of Sunday night's 30-24
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.
Michael Penix Jr. Has First Signature NFL Moment in Falcons' OT Loss to Commanders
Former University of Washington Heisman runner-up quarterback Michael Penix Jr. squared off against 2023 Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels on Sunday.
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
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.
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.
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Michael Penix, Jayden Daniels to make NFL history on Sunday Night
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