1 great moment isn’t enough in Michael Penix Jr.’s 2nd start

Former NBA star gives controversial take on Falcons QB Michael Penix
Penix, the former Washington Huskies QB, led the Falcons to an easy win over the New York Giants before suffering a 30-24 overtime loss to the Washington Commanders in Week 17. Despite the loss, Penix impressed those around the NFL with his poise in the face of adversity.
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.
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.
Michael Penix Jr.: Kirk Cousins has been great and nothing but supportive
As a contending team, the Falcons took the rare step of replacing their veteran quarterback with a rookie in Week 16.
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. says Kirk Cousins is 'Heavily Involved'
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins has been a quality backup to rookie Michael Penix Jr., said head coach Raheem Morris.
Michael Penix Jr. gives the Falcons meaningful hope, and that's a big deal
The Falcons have Penix set up well with an excellent run game led by Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier, good players to throw to like Drake London and Darnell Mooney (and maybe even Kyle Pitts if he can finally put it all together) and a sound offensive line to keep him upright. That will matter as Penix finds himself as an NFL quarterback.
Michael Penix Jr picks up first career victory as starter as Falcons trounce Giants
Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Michale Penix Jr. picked up the first win of his career on Sunday, 34-7 over the New York Giants. Penix had 207 passing yards.
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. validated the Falcons' faith in him with one beautiful, clutch drive
With the game on the line, Penix stood tall. It didn’t lead to a win, but it’s a source of hope for the Falcons.
Asked & Answered, Week 17: Did the Falcons do the right thing drafting Michael Penix Jr. after all?
ASKED: Did Atlanta make the right move after all? When Atlanta drafted Michael Penix Jr. just weeks after signing Kirk Cousins to a massive franchise-cornerstone deal, the disbelief and derision rained down from all corners of the NFL world — fans,
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Why Falcons win over Giants doesn't prove Michael Penix Jr. can lead team on deep playoff run
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