Penix’s Return Could Shake Up Falcons QB Battle | Atlanta Falcons News

Atlanta Falcons are eyeing a potential Michael Penix Jr. return as soon as he’s healthy—possibly as early as this week against the Panthers. With his knee injury sidelining him, the team is weighing whether to rush him back for Thursday’s game against Green Bay or hold him out until October 5th for a full prep before facing the Saints. Meanwhile, Tua Tagovailoa’s oblique injury has thrust Cooper Rush back into the starting role, despite his shaky debut—including a pick-six—against Pittsburgh. The coach remains tight-lipped, emphasizing evaluation over decisions, but Penix’s health remains the central storyline as Atlanta hopes to get their 2025 QB back in action. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/falcons-clear-preference-starting-quarterback-142449824.html More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2fe185cca516fb8a Report issues to [email protected].