Penix, the Falcons and Kirk Cousins

Why Falcons Don't Regret Timing of Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins Swap
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris believes the franchise is set up well with quarterback Michael Penix Jr. at the helm.
Except For Michael Penix Jr., Atlanta Falcons Are Dysfunctional (Again)
Except for the Browns and the Cowboys, no NFL team surpassed the Falcons this season for getting less bang for its buck. Translated: The Falcons are clueless.
Falcons Must Find Kirk Cousins Trade for Michael Penix Jr. to Thrive amid NFL Rumors
The Atlanta Falcons took a sizable step toward their future when they made first-round rookie Michael Penix Jr. their starting quarterback late in the
Falcons Can't Let Michael Penix Jr. Become Next Matt Ryan
Atlanta Falcons legend Matt Ryan is one of the most prodigious quarterbacks in NFL history, doomed by bad defenses his entire career.
Michael Penix Jr. says Falcons weren't focused on Bucs game
The Falcons would not have gotten into the postseason anyway due to the 44-38 overtime loss, but both games were much closer than many anticipated. The rookie QB finished his third start with 312 passing yards, two touchdown passes and one rushing touchdown.
Michael Penix Jr.’s production hasn’t been great, but Falcons believe his poise bodes well
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Michael Penix Jr. will make his third start for the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. It probably will be the final start of his rookie season, but that’s enough for head coach Raheem Morris to feel validated for selecting Penix eighth in last year’s draft.
Falcons Scrapped Original Michael Penix Jr. Plan. Their Future Came Early
The Atlanta Falcons have thrown out the initial development plan they had for rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. amidst his elevation to the starting role.
Michael Penix Jr. had special visitor at Falcons' season finale
Michael Penix Jr.’s former head coach and offensive coordinator Kalen DeBoer was in attendance for Sunday’s finale
Michael Penix Jr. has promising message for Falcons fans
Despite another campaign marred by catastrophic blunders, there’s a radiant light shining at the end of the tunnel in Michael Penix Jr. The rookie quarterback stepped in the place of Kirk Cousins for the final three games of the season and performed better than anybody could have possibly imagined,
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. Debuts in NFL.com QB Index
Because Week 17 began on a Wednesday, NFL.com's Nick Shook didn't rank every starting quarterback as he usually does last Thursday. But after waiting another week, Atlanta Falcons fans can see where Shook ranked quarterback Michael Penix Jr. following his first two NFL starts.
Michael Penix Jr. among Falcons' highest-graded players in 2024
Finally, head coach Raheem Morris benched Cousins for rookie Michael Penix Jr. in Week 16. The Falcons offense took a major leap with Penix under center, but they still finished with an 8-9 record and missed the playoffs for a seventh consecutive season.
QB Penix gives Falcons reason for hope as defense faces possible offseason changes after 8-9 finish
Back-to-back overtime losses to Washington and Carolina left rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and the Atlanta Falcons ...
Falcons' Raheem Morris drops Michael Penix Jr. truth bomb after Panthers loss
“The light at the end of the tunnel for us, despite how bad and poor we played on defense or anywhere is the quarterback,” ...
Falcons Among Few Teams That Make Cut for HBO's Hard Knocks in 2025
The Atlanta Falcons are one of the leading candidates to be featured on the HBO series prior to the 2025 NFL season.
Falcons are leaning on rookie QB Penix as they try to protect fading playoff hopes against Panthers
Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will make his third start as the Atlanta Falcons try to protect their playoff hopes against the ...