Bijan Robinson Reacts to Michael Penix Jr's Practice Performance
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. was fully cleared to return to 11-on-11 practice action this past weekend.
Falcons' quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has been fully cleared to participate in 11-on-11 practice since the previous weekend. Currently, Penix is considered a co-starter alongside Tua Tagovailoa, as the team has not yet determined the Week 1 starter. At a recent practice, running back Bijan Robinson commented on Penix's performance since his return to full-speed action.
Robinson stated that Penix looked good, seemed comfortable, and was fast during the practice, as reported by Luke Hetrick. Penix had a notable season last year, completing 60.1% of his passes for 1,982 yards, nine touchdowns, and three interceptions before suffering an ACL injury in Week 11. However, Penix will not play in the Falcons' preseason finale against the Miami Dolphins on Friday night, with Tagovailoa set to start in his place.
Cooper Rush and Jack Strand will serve as backups. The Atlanta Falcons kick off their 2026 regular-season schedule on September 13 with a Week 1 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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