Will Michael Penix Jr. play in the Falcons' final preseason game?

No, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris has confirmed that Penix Jr. and veteran QB Kirk Cousins will not suit up for the team's final preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys.

Why are the Falcons resting their starters for the final preseason game?

The Falcons are prioritizing their players' readiness for the regular season, with head coach Raheem Morris stating that the final preseason game is an opportunity for players on the roster bubble to solidify their spots on the 53-man roster or practice squad.

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Falcons Bench Starters for Final Preseason Game, Rookies to Shine

Q: How have the Falcons' rookies performed in the preseason so far?

First-round pick James Pearce Jr., an edge rusher, has seen significant playing time, including into the fourth quarter of the previous game against the Tennessee Titans. However, fellow first-round pick Jalon Walker suffered a groin injury and his status for the final preseason game is uncertain.

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Summary

Falcons' starting QBs Penix Jr. and Cousins to sit out final preseason game
Rookie edge rusher Pearce Jr. played into 4th quarter in previous game
Rookie Jalon Walker suffered groin injury, status uncertain for final game

Falcons Bench Starters for Final Preseason Game, Rookies to Shine

As the Atlanta Falcons prepare for the upcoming 2025 NFL regular season, the team has decided to keep their starting quarterbacks Michael Penix Jr. and Kirk Cousins off the field for the final preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys on Friday. This decision comes after the Falcons have already played two preseason games, in which no starters (aside from rookies) have seen any action.

Head Coach Raheem Morris revealed on Monday that Penix Jr., who is set to start his first NFL season, and veteran Cousins will not suit up for the final preseason matchup. This means Penix Jr. will have zero preseason reps under his belt heading into Week 1, but the young quarterback has expressed confidence in his readiness, stating that in college, there was no "preseason" to prepare for the season.

While the Falcons' offensive starters will remain on the sidelines, the team's rookie players are expected to see significant playing time in the final preseason game. First-round edge rusher James Pearce Jr. has already seen extensive action, playing into the fourth quarter in the previous game against the Tennessee Titans. However, the status of fellow first-round pick Jalon Walker remains uncertain, as he suffered a groin injury in the team's joint practice with the Titans last week.

With the final preseason game being a crucial opportunity for players on the roster bubble to solidify their spots, the Falcons' coaching staff will be closely evaluating the performance of these young players as they finalize the 53-man roster and practice squad.

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