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Atlanta QB Penix Jr. Confident He'll Play vs. Bears
15 Oct
Summary
- Michael Penix Jr. is recovering from a rib injury sustained Sunday.
- He was a full participant in Wednesday's practice and feels good.
- Falcons coach Stefanski expects Penix Jr. to play Sunday against Chicago.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is nearing a return to action following a rib injury sustained in Sunday's overtime loss to the Baltimore Ravens. The third-year quarterback reported feeling good during Wednesday's practice, where he was a full participant, and expressed confidence in his ability to play this Sunday against the Chicago Bears. He noted that while some discomfort persists, he was able to "make every throw."
Head coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed that Penix Jr. is expected to play barring any unforeseen setbacks. This situation offers a sigh of relief for Falcons fans, who have navigated significant quarterback issues early in the season. The upcoming game is anticipated to be a matchup between emerging quarterbacks, as Bears' Caleb Williams is also expected to return from his hamstring strain.
Penix Jr.'s presence has been crucial for the Falcons' offense, which averages 32 points per game with him as the starter, a stark contrast to the 6.5 points per game averaged without him. The Falcons-Bears game is scheduled for 1 p.m. at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and will be broadcast on FOX.
