Michael Penix Jr.

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Panthers Notebook: DJ Johnson Out After Car Accident; Miles Sanders May Return To Face Falcons In NFL Finale

As a defender who faced Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. in college, outside linebacker DJ Johnson spoke Thursday of taking advantage of his experience when the visiting Carolina Panthers close out the NFL regular season Sunday.  In 2022, Johnson’s Oregon Ducks faced the then-No. 25-ranked Washington Huskies, led by Penix.  “Talented player,” Johnson […]

Jeff Hawkins  •  04 Jan 2025
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How Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Learned He Was Named The Starter

If this is the beginning of a legendary NFL career for Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr., he will have a great story to share with his grandchildren someday. The eighth overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft has been serving as the backup quarterback to Kirk Cousins through the first 15 weeks of the […]

wendioliveros  •  19 Dec 2024
Michael Penix Jr. throws a ball.
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With The Falcons Struggling, Will Michael Penix Jr. Play?

After a 6-3 start, the Atlanta Falcons have lost four consecutive games to put themselves outside of the playoff picture. With Kirk Cousins struggling, will head coach Raheem Morris make a change at quarterback and start Michael Penix Jr.? Raheem Morris Sticking With Kirk Cousins Raheem Morris: Michael Penix Jr. to play "when it's time," […]

Dan Girolamo  •  12 Dec 2024