Tua’s Back in Question for Week 1 | Atlanta Falcons News

Tua Tagovailoa’s back might be acting up again—footage shows him reaching for it during practice—and while he played in preseason games, his status for Sunday’s opener against the Steelers is now in question. With Michael Penix Jr. still sidelined from his ACL tear and Cooper Rush the only proven backup, fans are buzzing about undrafted rookie Jack Strand as a potential surprise starter if Tua can’t go. Though Rush has experience and Strand is a long shot, the Falcons may have no choice but to roll the dice on the raw talent. But don’t get too excited—this could all be a minor scare with Tua fully healthy and ready to lead Week 1. 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/34eae20cba4ac7b5