{
  "id": 13994146,
  "title": "Michael Penix Jr Explains Why He Was Replaced by Tua Tagovailoa in Overtime",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/michael-penix-jr-explains-why-he-was-replaced-by-tua-tagovailoa-in",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-12T15:57:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/michael-penix-jr-explains-why-he-was-replaced-by-tua-tagovailoa-in-overtime-12556726"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a heartbreaking turn of events, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. was unable to return to the field during overtime after sustaining a significant hit early in the game. The Falcons fell short in a 30-23 loss to the Baltimore Ravens, with the game-ending interception coming from Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton, who snagged Tua Tagovailoa as the backup quarterback attempted to lead a game-tying drive.\n\nPenix suffered a major hit from Ravens outside linebacker Tavius Robinson near the end of regulation. Although he initially returned to the game, he was eventually ruled out after a prolonged overtime period that lasted over seven minutes. In an interview with reporters after the match, Penix revealed that the lengthy break he had to sit out contributed to his inability to continue playing. He expressed, \"If we had the ball first in overtime, I probably would've been out there.\" The prolonged period on the bench exacerbated his discomfort, causing him to feel \"cold\" during the game.\n\nDespite playing well, with 240 yards and one touchdown on 19/32 passing, Penix's game ultimately came to an abrupt end when he was injured. Tua Tagovailoa, who saw limited action in the game, completed two of his three pass attempts for 34 yards and sealed the Ravens' victory with a game-ending interception. Penix will undergo MRI testing next Monday to assess the extent of his injury.",
  "summary": "Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. explained why he was unable to return to the field in their overtime loss.",
  "key_points": [
    "Michael Penix Jr. replaced by Tua Tagovailoa in overtime",
    "Penix suffered major hit from Tavius Robinson early in game",
    "Injured, underwent MRI testing next Monday"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}