Falcons Get Michael Penix Jr Update as Tua Tagovailoa's Debut Raises Questions
Summary
Tua Tagovailoa started as the quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons in their preseason game but did not perform well. The team is waiting for Michael Penix Jr. to return from injury, but he is still not ready for full practice yet.Key Facts
- Tua Tagovailoa played the entire first quarter in the Falcons' preseason opener against the Denver Broncos.
- Tagovailoa completed 3 out of 5 passes for 22 yards and had a bad fumble on a shotgun snap.
- Third-string quarterback Cooper Rush completed 7 of 19 passes for 62 yards and threw two interceptions.
- The Falcons lost the game 27-7, with their only touchdown scored by rookie Jack Strand.
- Michael Penix Jr. is still recovering from a torn ACL and has not resumed full practice with the team.
- Penix was the No. 8 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft but missed much of the last season due to injury.
- Penix completed 60.1% of his passes for 1,982 yards, nine touchdowns, and three interceptions in nine games last season.
- The Falcons have upcoming preseason games against the Indianapolis Colts and Miami Dolphins before deciding their Week 1 starter.
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