Michael Tarrence Penix Jr. (/ ˈpɛnɪks / PENN-iks; born May 8, 2000) is an American professional football quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL).

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Played in 49 games (45 starts), completing 1,067-of-1,685 pass attempts (63.3 percent) for 13,741 yards, 96 touchdowns and 34 interceptions for a 146.6 passer rating for the Huskies and...

Dec 22, 2024 · ATLANTA — Michael Penix Jr. was ready for the moment, and the Falcons can breathe a sigh of relief for at least another week because he was. In Penix's first professional start after the...

Sep 16, 2024 · The Falcons made one of the most shocking picks of the 2024 NFL Draft when they selected quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 overall pick.

Dec 22, 2024 · Falcons head coach Raheem Morris announced Tuesday night that Penix, drafted No. 8 overall by Atlanta in the spring, will be the team’s starter “moving forward.” He replaces 36-year-old veteran...

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s best plays from first start against the New York Giants Week 16 in the 2024 NFL season.

Dec 22, 2024 · Quarterback Michael Penix Jr., the No. 8 pick in April's draft, authored a solid performance in the Atlanta Falcons' 34-7 rout of the New York Giants on Sunday afternoon at Mercedes-Benz...

Dec 18, 2024 · In the days and weeks ahead, we’ll have ample time to dive into the decision to start Michael Penix and what it means for everyone from offensive coordinator Zac Robinson to former starting...

Jun 24, 2024 · – The Falcons have signed quarterback Michael Penix Jr. to his rookie deal, the organization announced Monday. Penix's rookie deal is estimated to be $22.8 million in total value, according...