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Falcons Sign Veteran QB as Tua Tagovailoa Deals with Injury, Michael Penix Jr. Absent from Team Drills The Atlanta Falcons’ quarterback competition is in flux as Tua Tagovailoa deals with a tight back injury, though he is expected to return soon, according to head coach Kevin Stefanski. Tagovailoa’s injury hampers his momentum, while fellow contender … Read more
Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr. Faces Tough Reality in Competition with Tua Tagovailoa Michael Penix Jr. is competing with Tua Tagovailoa for the Atlanta Falcons’ starting quarterback position while recovering from ACL surgery. Falcons quarterbacks coach Alex Van Pelt noted that Penix is behind in the competition since he hasn’t been cleared for full practice. Reports … Read more
Falcons’ Week 1 QB Showdown: Tua Tagovailoa Leads the Lefty Duel Against Michael Penix Jr. As the Falcons begin their 2026 NFL season against the Steelers, all eyes will be on Pittsburgh’s Aaron Rodgers in his final start. Atlanta’s starting QB will likely be a left-handed player, either Tua Tagovailoa, the favorite, or Michael Penix … Read more