Falcons QB Penix returns to practice and is expected to start vs. Bears, barring rib injury setback
Michael Penix Jr. practiced on a limited basis and said he felt good, while the Falcons expect him to make 1 start against Chicago if recovery holds.
- Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix returned to practice Wednesday and is expected to start Sunday against the Chicago Bears after suffering a rib injury last week.
- Penix sustained the rib injury during a sack by Baltimore's Tavius Robinson with about 19 seconds left in regulation during Sunday's 30-23 overtime loss to the Ravens.
- During Wednesday's practice, Penix wore protective padding while limited in workload. "I felt good today at practice," Penix said, adding he made every throw despite some discomfort.
- Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed Penix will start "as long as everything goes according to plan," though the team will monitor his progress throughout the week.
- Meanwhile, cornerback C.J. Henderson and defensive end Za'Darius Smith remain uncertain for Sunday as they recover from injuries, while Atlanta prepares to face the talented Bears team.
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Falcons QB Penix returns to practice and is expected to start vs. Bears, barring rib injury setback
Michael Penix Jr likely starting for Falcons against Bears despite rib injury, Kevin Stefanski says - NEW YORK TIMES POST
The quarterback situation in Atlanta has been one of the NFL’s most closely watched storylines. After an offseason marked by injuries and a two-week stint with Cooper Rush under center, Atlanta appeared to find some stability when Michael Penix Jr. returned to the starting lineup. Late in Sunday’s hard-fought game against the Baltimore Ravens, Penix [...]
Michael Penix Jr likely starting for Falcons against Bears despite rib injury, Kevin Stefanski says
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will start Sunday against the Chicago Bears despite a rib injury and is expected to have limited practice this week.
Michael Penix Jr. "feeling better" after rib injury, expected to start Falcons-Bears game
Michael Penix Jr. is feeling better after injuring his ribs against Baltimore, and the Atlanta Falcons expect him to start Sunday against the Chicago Bears if his recovery goes as planned.
Michael Penix Jr. expected to start at QB for Atlanta Falcons vs. Chicago Bears after suffering rib injury
Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. returned to practice Wednesday and is on track to start for the Atlanta Falcons Sunday against the Chicago Bears after leaving last week's loss to Baltimore with a rib injury.
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