Tua Starts, Penix Waits for Falcons | Atlanta Falcons News

The Atlanta Falcons have named Tua Tagovailoa as their Week One starter, sidelining Michael Penix Jr. due to his recent injury recovery and lack of full-contact clearance. Backup Cooper Rush will be ready if needed, but the team’s confidence rests on Tua’s ability to perform — especially since Penix’s return timeline is uncertain, potentially arriving as early as Week Four or Five. This move positions Tua as both a safety net and a potential long-term solution, depending on how he plays. 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.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0de86d043abf2b20