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Falcons' Kyle Pitts admits why he launched Michael Penix Jr.'s first NFL touchdown ball into stands
When Kyle Pitts caught the game-tying touchdown pass against the Washington Commanders on Sunday night, he got swept up in the emotion of the moment and launched the ball into the air. What Pitts didn't realize at the time was he'd just thrown away Michael Penix Jr.
Asked & Answered, Week 17: Did the Falcons do the right thing drafting Michael Penix Jr. 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, media,
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.
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr.-Drake London duo to benefit from reps
They've played just two games together, but the rookie QB and third-year WR are already establishing a connection.
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
Michael Penix Jr. announces engagement amid Falcons start
Michael Penix Jr. is starting his NFL career as an engaged man. The rookie quarterback had his first game with the Atlanta Falcons Sunday.
Falcons turn to rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. for key game vs Giants
Turnover differential: Giants minus-8; Falcons minus-7.
Michael Penix Jr. player props odds, tips and betting trends for Week 17 | Falcons vs. Commanders
PM ET game airing live on NBC, bookmakers have posted player prop bets for Michael Penix Jr.. Penix’s Atlanta Falcons (8-7) and the Washington Commanders (10-5)
Falcons rookie Michael Penix Jr. announces engagement 6 days after 1st career start
The Falcons surprisingly selected Penix with the eighth overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft. The pick wasn't a surprise because of Penix's résumé so much as the team's $180 million signing of veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins earlier in the offseason. After a rough 14 games to begin his Falcons career, Atlanta benched Cousins for Penix.
Jayden Daniels vs. Michael Penix Jr. in Week 17: Commanders vs. Falcons Preview
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Falcons' Michael Penix: Throws first NFL TD in OT loss
Penix suffered from mixed fantasy results in Sunday's narrow defeat, throwing his second interception while converting his first touchdown pass as a pro in the extra-time loss to Washington. The playoff-eliminated Falcons opted to switch to the 2024 first-round pick after veteran Kirk Cousins couldn't lead the team to an elevated level of success in 2024.
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Atlanta Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr. Announces Engagement to Olivia Carter Days After 1st Career Start
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. announced his engagement to Olivia Carter days after his first career start.
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Michael Penix Jr. gave the Falcons a reason to believe in his first start
The result? An efficient performance that left the Falcons with plenty to be encouraged about. Penix Jr. went 18-27 for 202 yards, no touchdowns and a pick that went off TE Kyle Pitts’ hands in ...
Here are stakes when rookies Jayden Daniels and Michael Penix Jr. meet for the 1st time in crucial NFL Sunday night matchup
Plus, if you want a little extra personnel drama, this marks the first time that Washington’s Dan Quinn will face Atlanta as ...