injury4d ago
Taking part in his normal warmup routine but is not expected to play tonight.
Michael Penix Jr.
Quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons
Depth QB2Age 26Year 3
Last updated
2026 season
Season projection
PPR · QB3467.4
Half-PPR · QB3467.4
Non-PPR · QB3467.4
ATL · QB · QB2
Pass attempts159.6
Completions101.3
Passing yards1117.2
Passing TD6.5
Interceptions3.0
Carries8.8
Rushing yards26.3
Rushing TD0.3
Fumbles lost0.9
About these projections
These are full-season estimates, last updated August 30, 2026. For this week’s matchups and injury status, see Week 2 projections.
Research: Strength of schedule · Player durability · Offensive coaching
Latest news · 29 reports
context5d ago
Building confidence in his knee during his first week back and showing steady improvement.
performance6d ago
Stefanski said he performed well, moved effectively and has put in substantial work this week.
injury6d ago
Has completed three consecutive days as a full practice participant, with growing confidence in his return.
context6d ago
Says he will be physically and mentally ready for Week 1 if named the starter.
usage6d ago
Only began participating in 11-on-11 work two days ago and was held out of the game as it was considered too soon.
injury6d ago
Says he was a dunker rather than a shooter when discussing his basketball highlights.
usage7d ago
Added to Atlanta's final preseason depth chart as a starter alongside Tua Tagovailoa.
injury7d ago
Was medically cleared.
context8d ago
Returned to the field yesterday, drawing excitement from teammates.
performance8d ago
Returned to practice, starting slowly before finishing strongly.
performance8d ago
Has looked sharper than Tagovailoa, though the writer still did not find him particularly impressive.
usage9d ago
Returned to 11-on-11 work Monday and completed 4 of 8 passes.
injury9d ago
Cleared to take part in full 11-on-11 periods during practice today.
context9d ago
Is being considered among Atlanta's starters for later this week's game against Miami.
injury9d ago
His status for Friday remains undecided as Atlanta plans to play its starters in Miami.
performance10d ago
Has impressed teammates with his leadership despite the earlier constraints.
injury10d ago
Now cleared for full practice after operating with limitations earlier in camp.
injury12d ago
Falcons awaiting news on his status; issue expected to linger.
injury12d ago
Said July 29 he could be cleared in four weeks; timeline points to next Wednesday.
performance12d ago
Has a doctor's appointment today for a health checkpoint; tracking toward the end of a four-week window set in late July.
performance13d ago
Went 6-for-9 in 7-on-7 drills; had some accuracy issues but finished with a solid line.
performance16d ago
Completed 5 of 9 passes in practice, with two broken up early before finishing strong.
injury16d ago
Cleared for seven-on-seven drills but not full-team elevens during joint practices.
usage16d ago
Getting reps in 7-on-7 periods during the joint practice in Indianapolis.
injury20d ago
Doctor cleared his surgically repaired knee before camp, saying the ACL is sound.
injury20d ago
Will participate in individual drills, 1-on-1s and 7-on-7s during joint practices in Indianapolis next week, but no team periods.
injury22d ago
Not yet cleared for 11-on-11 work; expected to be available later this month.
performance22d ago
Progressing well with increased under center work; coordinator praised his footwork and accuracy.