Falcons eyeing Week 3 return for QB Michael Penix Jr., sources say
Penix is nearing a return and could make his 2026 debut Thursday night against the Packers, according to sources cited by ESPN.
The Atlanta Falcons are eyeing a Week 3 return for quarterback Michael Penix Jr., according to sources cited by ESPN.
Penix is nearing a return and could make his 2026 debut on Thursday night against the Green Bay Packers, the sources told ESPN.
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