Tag: Atlanta Falcons
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Falcons to Add a QB in 2026: Identifying a Likely Replacement Plan Amid Penix Jr.’s Injury
Overview: A calculated pivot for the Falcons in 2026 The Atlanta Falcons entered 2026 with a plan to maximize their defensive strengths and supporting cast around quarterback Michael Penix Jr. That plan hit an unexpected snag when Penix suffered a partially torn ACL during the 2025 season that could stretch into the summer. While Penix’s…
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Falcons 2026 QB Plan: Who Fits If Michael Penix Jr. Isn’t Fully Ready by Training Camp
Setting the scene: Penix’s injury and the Falcons’ 2026 quarterback dilemma With quarterback Michael Penix Jr. recovering from a partially torn ACL that could stretch into the summer, the Atlanta Falcons face a practical reality: the 2026 training camp might open without a guaranteed Penix in full health. This isn’t a condemnation of Penix’s talent,…
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Falcons must add a QB in 2026 if Penix isn’t ready: reasonable targets and what to expect
Context: a Penix injury forces a strategic pivot Michael Penix Jr. has been a cornerstone for Atlanta’s offense, but a partially torn ACL could stretch through the summer, complicating whether he’ll be at full strength for the start of training camp. In a league where the quarterback position is the engine of every modern offense,…