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Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Continues His Rehab From ACL Surgery During Trip Back to Indiana
Penix has been limited to individual and 7-on-7 drills while the Falcons wait for medical clearance that could affect their quarterback competition.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix expects to meet with his doctor today to seek clearance for full-team participation, a critical milestone in his recovery from ACL surgery.
Recovery from a third ACL surgery has limited Penix to individual work throughout training camp, preventing him from participating in full-team periods where he could compete directly.
The planned quarterback competition between Penix and Tua Tagovailoa remains stalled, as Tagovailoa has handled nearly all starting 11-on-11 repetitions while the Falcons await Penix's full participation.
During joint practices with the Indianapolis Colts this week, Penix remained focused on development, stating, "I want to take advantage of every rep I get" despite limited opportunities.
Quarterbacks coach Alex Van Pelt acknowledged in June that a true competition requires Penix's full participation, leaving the team's depth chart unsettled heading into the preseason.