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Penix cleared for drills: Falcons QB battle reignites
23 Aug
Summary
- Michael Penix Jr. has been cleared for 11-on-11 drills.
- Tua Tagovailoa is the current projected Week 1 starter.
- Kevin Stefanski is the new head coach assessing the roster.
Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski has provided a significant update on quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s injury status. Penix has been cleared to participate in 11-on-11 drills, a crucial step in his recovery from a partially torn ACL sustained last season. This development could intensify the anticipated quarterback competition with Tua Tagovailoa, whom the Falcons signed in free agency.
Tagovailoa is currently projected to be the Falcons' Week 1 starter. However, Penix's clearance for drills suggests he may be nearing full health and could make a late push for the starting position if Tagovailoa does not solidify his performance. Coach Stefanski faces the critical task of resolving this quarterback situation as training camp concludes.
