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Falcons rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. shines in debut: 'I was ready to go'

August 10, 2024

Falcons rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. shines in debut: 'I was ready to go'

This preseason might mean more to Michael Penix Jr. than any other 2024 first-round pick. On Friday, he took advantage of his first opportunity.

As Kirk Cousins rehabs, Falcons rookie Michael Penix Jr. gets preseason spotlight

August 6, 2024

As Kirk Cousins rehabs, Falcons rookie Michael Penix Jr. gets preseason spotlight

As Kirk Cousins continues to recover from a torn Achilles, Michael Penix Jr. gets to make a first impression, beginning Friday in Miami.

Arthur Blank: Kirk Cousins is Falcons' 'franchise' QB, Michael Penix 'extraordinary talent'

July 31, 2024

Arthur Blank: Kirk Cousins is Falcons' 'franchise' QB, Michael Penix 'extraordinary talent'

Falcons owner Arthur Blank explained his perspective on the Falcons adding both veteran Kirk Cousins and rookie Michael Penix Jr.

Jordan Love, Saquon Barkley headline NFL’s riskiest contracts this offseason

July 30, 2024

Jordan Love, Saquon Barkley headline NFL’s riskiest contracts this offseason

After an offseason of record-breaking deals, we break down the contracts that could put the most pressure on NFL teams going forward.

Justin Jefferson says he's 'not mad' at Kirk Cousins for leaving Vikings for Falcons

July 9, 2024

Justin Jefferson says he's 'not mad' at Kirk Cousins for leaving Vikings for Falcons

Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson says there's no hard feelings between him and Kirk Cousins after the latter's departure from Minnesota.

Kirk Cousins focused on leading Falcons, not worried about outside noise heading into 13th NFL season

June 19, 2024

Kirk Cousins focused on leading Falcons, not worried about outside noise heading into 13th NFL season

Kirk Cousins may have not been in the know when the Atlanta Falcons chose Michael Penix Jr. eighth overall, but he's not worried about that conversation heading into year 13.

Kirk Cousins spoke to Aaron Rodgers, used him as 'benchmark' in Achilles rehab process

June 18, 2024

Kirk Cousins spoke to Aaron Rodgers, used him as 'benchmark' in Achilles rehab process

New Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins is still navigating the world of Achilles rehab, and he said he reached out to Aaron Rodgers, who suffered the same injury 7 weeks earlier.

Falcons lose draft pick, fined by NFL for tampering during Kirk Cousins pursuit

June 13, 2024

Falcons lose draft pick, fined by NFL for tampering during Kirk Cousins pursuit

The Falcons will be forced to sacrifice a fifth-round pick in next year's draft and will pay a fine related to the signings of Kirk Cousins, Darnell Mooney and Charlie Woerner.

Falcons' controversial selection of Michael Penix Jr. was 'very smart,' Michael Vick says

June 12, 2024

Falcons' controversial selection of Michael Penix Jr. was 'very smart,' Michael Vick says

The Atlanta Falcons pulled off a major stunner at the NFL Draft when they selected Michael Penix, but ex-Falcon Michael Vick likes the plan.

Vikings legend Jared Allen has no issue with team moving on from Kirk Cousins

June 5, 2024

Vikings legend Jared Allen has no issue with team moving on from Kirk Cousins

Despite being on pace to set career highs before his injury, the Minnesota Vikings moved on from Kirk Cousins, and one of the franchise's legends agrees with the move.