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Falcons Fail to Find Franchise QB After Matt Ryan's Exit
8 Sep
Summary
- Falcons struggled to replace Matt Ryan, a 14-year veteran
- Michael Penix Jr. had a strong debut but Falcons lost to Bucs
- Falcons' QB situation remains unstable with multiple starters in recent years
In September 2025, the Atlanta Falcons find themselves in a familiar position—searching for a new franchise quarterback. The team had to go through one of the worst seasons in its history before drafting Matt Ryan in 2008, and he went on to lead the Falcons for 14 years before being traded away last year.
Since moving on from the former league MVP, the Falcons have struggled to find stability at the quarterback position. While the future looks bright with the emergence of Michael Penix Jr., the team's latest starting QB, only time will tell if he can be the long-term answer.
Penix played well in his first Week 1 start against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 3rd, 2025, but the Falcons ultimately lost the game. The second-year quarterback did everything he could to keep his team in it until the final seconds, showcasing his potential. However, the Falcons' quarterback carousel continues, with Penix being the latest in a string of starters since Ryan's departure.
