Penix, NFL and Falcons

Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. reveals engagement days after first NFL start
From one milestone to another. 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. “The sweetest love ❤️ Olivia and Michael 12.
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.
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
Falcons' Michael Penix: Throws first NFL TD in OT loss
Penix completed 19 of 35 pass attempts for 223 yards, one touchdown and one interception while rushing for three yards on two attempts in Sunday's 30-24 overtime loss to the Commanders.
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.
'Almost flawless football': Here's what the Falcons thought of Michael Penix Jr.'s first NFL start vs. Giants
The Atlanta Falcons reclaimed the NFC South lead this weekend, defeating the New York Giants by a score of 34-7. Michael Penix Jr. impressed in his first real NFL action, becoming just the third Falcons rookie quarterback ever to win his first start.
Michael Penix Jr. Excites NFL Fans as Falcons Beat Giants After Kirk Cousins Benched
The Michael Penix Jr. era has arrived in Atlanta. The Falcons rookie quarterback made his first start on Sunday, leading Atlanta to a dominant 34-7 win
Michael Penix Jr.’s Girlfriend Had 3-Word Message Before His First NFL Start
Penix was selected by Atlanta with the No. 8 overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. At the time, the selection stunned NFL fans, since the Falcons had signed free agent Kirk Cousins to a 4-year, $180 million contract to be their starting quarterback in 2024.
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. on winning NFL Debut vs. Giants: '[My heart] is beating big right now'
Atlanta Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. spoke on winning his NFL Debut against the New York Giants, saying "[My heart] is beating big right now."
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. throws first career TD pass to Kyle Pitts
WATCH: Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. throws first career TD to Kyle Pitts on 4th and goal to tie the game against the Commanders
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Michael Penix, Jayden Daniels to make NFL history on Sunday Night
This Sunday’s prime-time matchup between the Atlanta Falcons and the Washington Commanders has no shortage of storylines. Not ...
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Who Is Michael Penix Jr.? All About Atlanta Falcons New Starting QB
The 2024 NFL season has brought a surprising twist for the Atlanta Falcons as they bench veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins in favor of rookie Michael Penix Jr. This decision comes after a string ...
Every key playoff, No. 1 pick scenario and odds for NFL’s Week 18
In turn, the Chargers are 5.5-point favorites over the 5-11 Raiders in Week 18, when a win (and Steelers loss) could allow ...
Falcons vs. Commanders Best NFL Prop Bets for Sunday Night Football in NFL Week 17
We're in for a treat on Sunday Night Football when, for the first time in NFL history, two first-round rookie quarterbacks will play against each other in a pri ...