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Michael Penix Jr. says Falcons weren't focused on Bucs game
The Falcons would not have gotten into the postseason anyway due to the 44-38 overtime loss, but both games were much closer than many anticipated. The rookie QB finished his third start with 312 passing yards, two touchdown passes and one rushing touchdown.
Michael Penix touchdown vs. Panthers puts Atlanta Falcons back in business
The rookie quarterback still has some growing to do but he’s pulled off some impressive highlights in his first few starts, including this TD.
Watch: Falcons WR bobbles pass, and rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. is intercepted
In Sunday's home game against the Carolina Panthers, Penix dropped back on a 1st-and-10 at Atlanta's 27-yard line and fired a pass to wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud III early in the third quarter. McCloud bobbled the ball, which Panthers cornerback Michael Jackson intercepted. The pass was a little low, but it was still catchable.
Michael Penix Jr. had special visitor at Falcons' season finale
Michael Penix Jr.’s former head coach and offensive coordinator Kalen DeBoer was in attendance for Sunday’s finale
Raheem Morris Gives Vote Of Confidence to Michael Penix Jr. As Falcons Season Ends
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris gave rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. a massive vote of confidence as the Falcons miss the playoffs.
Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr. hot passing was a bright spot
Falcons rookie quarterback Mike Penix got off to a slow start, but then finished in fine fashion in the 44-38 overtime loss to the Panthers on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. dives in from 5 yards out for TD
Penix scrambled for a 5-yard touchdown run to tie the game at 10 with 5:20 left in the first half. The rookie went through his progressions, didn't see anyone open and tucked it. He dove toward the pylon and just made it. It was his first rushing touchdown.
Michael Penix Jr.’s production hasn’t been great, but Falcons believe his poise bodes well
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Michael Penix Jr. will make his third start for the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. It probably will be the final start of his rookie season, but that’s enough for head coach Raheem Morris to feel validated for selecting Penix eighth in last year’s draft.
Michael Penix Jr. vs. Bryce Young in Week 18: Falcons vs. Panthers Preview
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Falcons fall to the Panthers 44-38 in OT. Atlanta misses playoffs again
ATLANTA, GA JANUARY 05: Carolina running back Miles Sanders (6) attempts to stiff-arm Atlanta linebacker Lorenzo Carter (0) during the NFL game between the Carolina Panthers and the Atlanta Falcons on January 5th, 2025 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atl
Falcons are leaning on rookie QB Penix as they try to protect fading playoff hopes against Panthers
Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will make his third start as the Atlanta Falcons try to protect their playoff hopes against the Carolina Panthers
Bryce Young accounts for 5 TDs as Panthers beat Falcons 44-38 in OT. Atlanta misses playoffs again
Bryce Young passed for three touchdowns, ran for two scores and led a 70-yard drive capped by Miles Sanders’ 1-yard TD run on ...
Atlanta Falcons Quarterback Mike Penix Jr. Is Engaged to Olivia Carter: See the Sweet Proposal Photos!
The Atlanta Falcons quarterback proposed to his girlfriend Olivia Carter on Christmas Eve, the couple announced on Dec. 29.