Michael Penix, Falcons and Kirk Cousins

Falcons GM 'Comfortable' with Kirk Cousins as Backup to Michael Penix Jr. in 2025
Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot suggested Thursday that veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins could remain on the roster next season as the
Why Falcons Don't Regret Timing of Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins Swap
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris believes the franchise is set up well with quarterback Michael Penix Jr. at the helm.
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. reveals engagement days after first NFL start
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.
Michael Penix Jr. has message for Falcons fans after loss to Panthers
Michael Penix Jr. has largely made the most of his three NFL starts, with several now questioning why the Falcons didn’t bench Kirk Cousins earlier in the season. But hindsight is 20/20, and it’s clear things are on the right track at the quarterback position.
Falcons Can't Let Michael Penix Jr. Become Next Matt Ryan
Atlanta Falcons legend Matt Ryan is one of the most prodigious quarterbacks in NFL history, doomed by bad defenses his entire career.
Michael Penix Jr.’s production hasn’t been great, but Falcons believe his poise bodes well
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Michael Penix Jr. will make his third start for the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. It probably will be the final start of his rookie season, but that’s enough for head coach Raheem Morris to feel validated for selecting Penix eighth in last year’s draft.
One great moment isn’t enough in Michael Penix Jr.’s second start
Penix’s dramatic touchdown pass to Kyle Pitts couldn’t save the Falcons from falling to 8-8 and out of the NFC South lead with an OT loss to the Commanders.
Falcons Coach Says Michael Penix Jr. has Trait Most 'Great' QBs Have
Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. had perhaps his most impressive drive through two starts late in the fourth quarter of Sunday night's 30-24
Michael Penix Jr. vs. Bryce Young in Week 18: Falcons vs. Panthers Preview
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Atlanta Falcons 7-round 2025 NFL mock draft to help Falcons build around Michael Penix Jr's future
The Atlanta Falcons (as per usual) went through a roller coaster of a season in 2024. The team started red hot with the offense humming under prized offseason signing Kirk Cousins, but crashed and burned at the end of the season,
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. Debuts in NFL.com QB Index
Because Week 17 began on a Wednesday, NFL.com's Nick Shook didn't rank every starting quarterback as he usually does last Thursday. But after waiting another week, Atlanta Falcons fans can see where Shook ranked quarterback Michael Penix Jr. following his first two NFL starts.
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Michael Penix Jr. reacts to his college coaches attending finale
DeBoer and Sheridan, who both coached Penix at Indiana and Washington, attended Sunday’s 44-38 overtime loss to with their ...
Falcons' Raheem Morris drops Michael Penix Jr. truth bomb after Panthers loss
“The light at the end of the tunnel for us, despite how bad and poor we played on defense or anywhere is the quarterback,” ...
QB Penix gives Falcons reason for hope as defense faces possible offseason changes after 8-9 finish
Back-to-back overtime losses to Washington and Carolina left rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and the Atlanta Falcons ...
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Michael Penix Jr. connects with Drake London for 20-yard TD pass
The Falcons have retaken the lead at halftime against the Carolina Panthers. Rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. connected ...
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Can't-Miss Play: Penix Jr. channels his Indiana days on epic pylon-dive TD vs. Carolina
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Joe Flacco uncorks a 40-yard touchdown toss to wide receiver Alec Pierce down the sideline against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Fourteen seasons after a nullified punt ...