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Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. Vows to Bounce Back From Worst Performance of His Young Career

Penix finished 8 of 24 for 125 yards as Tampa Bay won behind a franchise-record 324 rushing yards.

  • On Sunday, November 1, 2026, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Atlanta Falcons 16-0 at Raymond James Stadium, with Michael Penix Jr. throwing four interceptions in rainy conditions.
  • Rushing for a franchise-record 324 yards, the Buccaneers overwhelmed Atlanta's defense as Bucky Irving and Kenny Gainwell rushed for 170 and 140 yards respectively, while Baker Mayfield attempted only three passes.
  • Three of Penix's four interceptions occurred before halftime; linebacker Alex Anzalone recorded two, while cornerbacks Jacob Parrish and Zyon McCollum added one each to stifle Atlanta's offense.
  • The loss dropped Atlanta to 3-5, squandering a chance to lead the NFC South. "I have to protect the ball," Penix said, vowing to "put my head down and keep working."
  • Atlanta travels to Madrid next week to face the Cincinnati Bengals, with defensive end James Pearce Jr. expected to return and bolster the pass rush for the matchup.
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Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer broke the news on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
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