Spears is backing Michael Penix Jr. and the Falcons

Michael Penix Jr. vs. Bryce Young in Week 18: Falcons vs. Panthers Preview
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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.
Former NBA star gives controversial take on Falcons QB Michael Penix
Penix, the former Washington Huskies QB, led the Falcons to an easy win over the New York Giants before suffering a 30-24 overtime loss to the Washington Commanders in Week 17. Despite the loss, Penix impressed those around the NFL with his poise in the face of adversity.
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. reveals engagement days after first NFL start
Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. announced his engagement to girlfriend Olivia Carter on Saturday, just days after making his first NFL start on Dec. 22.
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.
NFL rumors: Falcons keeping Kirk Cousins as Michael Penix Jr.'s backup 'not off table'
Ian Rapoport suggested in a recent article that the Falcons could keep QB Kirk Cousins as a backup for the 2025 season.
Why Spears is backing Michael Penix Jr. and the Falcons in Week 18
Marcus Spears explains why Michael Penix Jr.'s play in Week 17 gives him confidence the Falcons will get a win vs. the Panthers.
Michael Penix Jr. Has Serious Praise for How Kirk Cousins Has Handled Benching
Rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has started the last two games for the Atlanta Falcons after the team decided to bench veteran Kirk Cousins following some rough losses and turnovers. Cousins has shown nothing but respect to Penix ever since being benched,
Falcons' Kyle Pitts admits why he launched Michael Penix Jr.'s first NFL touchdown ball into stands
When Kyle Pitts caught the game-tying touchdown pass against the Washington Commanders on Sunday night, he got swept up in ...
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NFL analysts impressed by Falcons QB Michael Penix's first start
The Atlanta Falcons have to be happy with what they saw from rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. in his first NFL start.
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Michael Penix Jr. Navigating NFL Learning Curve and Connection with Kyle Pitts
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. discusses what he's learned after two NFL starts, and how his belief in Kyle ...
Sorting the Sunday Pile, NFL Week 16: Michael Penix Jr. has sneaky sparkling debut; Lions munch on moldy bread
The individual stats won't blow you away, but Michael Penix Jr.'s starting debut for the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday was pretty ...
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Watch: Michael Penix Jr.'s first NFL touchdown pass comes in big moment
Michael Penix Jr. has gone through some growing pains in his first two NFL starts for the Atlanta Falcons, but he sure picked ...
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NFL DFS Lineup Sleepers for DraftKings, FanDuel - Week 18 Value Picks Include Michael Penix Jr., Ameer Abdullah, Jalen McMillan, and more
Week 17 of the NFL season is in the books, and now we shift our focus to Week 18 and what value plays we can find on the main ...
Penix, Falcons have to beat Panthers and hope for help in their last chance to end playoff drought
Michael Penix Jr. and the Atlanta Falcons will try to protect their playoff chances and hope for help when they close their ...