MICHAEL PENIX JR. NEWS

The Mailbox: If not Kirk Cousins, who is Michael Penix Jr.'s backup in 2025? Plus Tori McElhaney gives update on status of safety DeMarcco Hellams.

5 DAYS AGO • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. given awesome six-word praise from 2-time Pro Bowler | Sporting News Canada The lefty is a QB on the rise.

6 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

2025 NFL Draft wild card: Where will Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders land?

With Shedeur Sanders' draft stock in flux just weeks before the draft, we take a deep dive into where the Colorado QB could be selected.

APRIL 8

Matt Ryan named as possible mentor for Michael Penix Jr. Falcons head coach Raheem Morris brought up the former NFL MVP when discussing the plan for the young quarterback's development this offseas...

APRIL 4 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

What each 2024 first-round QB needs to do to be successful in Year 2

A record-tying six QBs were picked in the first round last year. Here's what Jayden Daniels, Caleb Williams & Co. should strive for in 2025.

APRIL 3

Sam Darnold, Brian Daboll among 6 QBs, coaches positioned to fail in 2025

We break down the quarterbacks and coaches facing unfavorable situations in the 2025 NFL season. Even having the No. 1 pick might not help.

APRIL 1

Falcons coach Raheem Morris doesn't rule out trading Kirk Cousins but intends to keep him as backup

Kirk Cousins has told the Atlanta Falcons he wants to be a starter and coach Raheem Morris didn’t rule out a trade while reiterating the team intends to keep him as the backup to M...

APRIL 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

New Falcons edge rusher Leonard Floyd says 'the more the merrier' if more help comes in NFL draft

New Falcons edge rusher Leonard Floyd said he wouldn't mind if the team added pass rush help in next month's NFL draft

MARCH 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Seahawks predicted to draft Sam Darnold replacement before the QB contract's ink dries | Sporting News It would feel a lot like the Atlanta Falcons with Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr.

MARCH 23 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Burrow, Cousins and Goff will be featured on 2nd season of Netflix's 'Quarterback' series

Cincinnati’s Joe Burrow, Atlanta’s Kirk Cousins and Detroit’s Jared Goff will be featured on the second season of Netflix’s “Quarterback” series

MARCH 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ben Johnson’s Bears headline 5 surprise NFL playoff teams in 2025 season

With free agency winding down, we identify five losing teams in 2024 that are now primed for breakout success in 2025.

MARCH 18

Kirk Cousins reportedly staying with Falcons, securing $10M roster bonus

Kirk Cousins is remaining with the Falcons, and he'll get $10 million to do so. Here's the latest on the veteran quarterback.

MARCH 15

NFL Insider Offers Simple Reason for Why Falcons Haven't Traded Kirk Cousins Yet Michael Penix Jr. is Atlanta's QB of the future, yet Kirk Cousins remains on the roster. Ian Rapoport explained why on Wednesday.

MARCH 13 • SI.COM

Raiders acquire quarterback Geno Smith from Seahawks for a 3rd-round pick, AP source says

Geno Smith is heading to the Las Vegas Raiders

MARCH 8 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Falcons predicted to lose key offensive piece of Michael Penix Jr. to Texans | Sporting News Canada The Atlanta Falcons face key decisions in free agency, and one of their best offensive players could be on the move.

MARCH 4 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Raheem Morris believes Michael Penix Jr. is the Falcons' future Raheem Morris believes Michael Penix Jr. is the right guy to lead the Falcons into the future

FEBRUARY 25 • USATODAY.COM

NFL Draft analyst urges Falcons to abandon usual draft strategy, follow Eagles blueprint with Michael Penix Jr. in place | Sporting News With Michael Penix Jr. in place, Todd McShay believes the Falcons must shift focus to defense in the 2025 NFL Draft—will they finally build...

FEBRUARY 25 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Jameis Winston Has High Praise For Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. James Winston refers to Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr.

FEBRUARY 17 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

ESPN Makes Bold Prediction for Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will enter the 2025 season with considerable buzz.

FEBRUARY 15 • SI.COM

Falcons great Michael Vick is high on Michael Penix Jr. NEW ORLEANS — Former Falcons quarterback Michael Vick was impressed with what he saw from current Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. late...

FEBRUARY 7 • AJC.COM

Falcons' Michael Penix Jr shares crucial advice Kirk Cousins gave him after taking over as starter

Michael Penix Jr. shared the crucial piece of advice he learned from his Atlanta Falcons teammate Kirk Cousins as he took over the starting...

FEBRUARY 5 • FOXNEWS.COM

Michael Penix Jr's top plays of 2024 | Highlights Watch the best plays by Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. from the 2024 NFL Season.

JANUARY 29 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons position review: Michael Penix Jr. takes over at QB The Falcons had to accelerate their quarterback plan for rookie Michael Penix Jr. when veteran Kirk Cousins struggled late in the season.

JANUARY 13 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Breaking down Michael Penix Jr's first 3 starts as an Atlanta Falcon | Film Review D.J. Shockley is back in Ticketmaster Studios breaking down some of the key plays and big throws from Michael Penix Jr's first 3 starts as a...

JANUARY 13 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Ranking the top transfers in the College Football Playoff era

Quinn Ewers and Caleb Downs, two of the top transfers in college football, will clash in a CFP semifinal matchup on Friday night. Where do E...

JANUARY 10