Michael Tarrence Penix Jr. (/ ˈ p ɛ n ɪ k s / PENN-iks; born May 8, 2000) is an American professional football quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL).

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1 day ago · Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. sat rather far down on an NFL QB power rankings list from Bleacher Report's Gary Davenport. Dave Holcomb | 0 Minutes Ago Atlanta Falcons quarterback ...

Michael Penix Jr. earned a blowout win in his first career start as two pick-sixes from the Falcons defense and steady play from the rookie QB led to a 34-7 victory.

Dec 17, 2024 · — The Atlanta Falcons (7-7) are making a switch at the quarterback position, replacing Kirk Cousins with Michael Penix Jr. as the starting quarterback in Week 16, according to a statement sent...

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Sep 16, 2024 · The Falcons made one of the most shocking picks of the 2024 NFL Draft when they selected quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 overall pick.

Jan 2, 2025 · Penix’s performance in the playoff-type atmosphere he faced in Washington was a great first impression for what he can do when the lights are brightest. FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The plan was never...

Played six seasons of college football at Washington (2022-23) and Indiana (2018-21). Played in 49 games (45 starts), completing 1,067-of-1,685 pass attempts (63.3...

Dec 18, 2024 · The Falcons will start rookie Michael Penix Jr. after benching quarterback Kirk Cousins. Here's a look at Penix's career so far.