Michael Penix Jr. will start Sun. vs Patriots
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The Atlanta Falcons came achingly close to pulling off a road upset on Sunday, but a 24-23 loss to the New England Patriots left them searching for answers. Head coach Raheem Morris didn't throw his team under the bus afterward.
Injuries are never new each season, yet we always emphasize them week-to-week because of the impact for fantasy football. Last week, the Atlanta Falcons were missing their QB-WR combo of Michael Penix Jr.
After a deflating performance in Week 8 without Michael Penix Jr., the Atlanta Falcons' offense rebounded in a major way in Week 9. The Dirty Birds might have lost 24-23, but there was a lot to be excited about—especially for an offense that has ...
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. throws a 2-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Drake London. Green Bay Packers kicker Brandon McManus makes a 27-yard field goal. Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai submits his "Angry Runs" nomination with a 18-yard gain against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Michael Penix Jr. says his injury is ‘turning in the right direction,' as the offense comes off consecutive games of scoring 10 points vs. both the 49ers and Dolphins.