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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / 4 minutes ago
Falcons drafted QB Michael Penix Jr. to avoid past 'unsettling feeling'
Over the past two years, the Falcons rolled with Marcus Mariota, Desmond Ridder and Taylor Heinicke at quarterback.
NFL News / SportsTalkATL / 14 minutes ago
Watch: Falcons attempted to trade back into first round with Jets
The Falcons set their sights on Michael Penix Jr, and they didn’t feel like they could afford to trade out of the 8th pick and still land their quarterback of the future.
Atlanta Falcons News / NBC Sports / 2 hours ago
Atlanta Falcons News / Shutdown Corner / 40 minutes ago
Cousins vs. Penix is not the same as Favre vs. Rodgers vs. Love 
Atlanta did neither Kirk Cousins nor Michael Penix Jr. any favors by pitting them against one another.
Michael Penix Jr. News / NFL Analysis Network / 31 minutes ago
Atlanta Falcons Exec Gets Honest On Michael Penix Jr. Pick
Few top 10 picks have sparked as much discussion as when the Atlanta Falcons selected Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. as the eighth pick in the 2024 NFL Draft last week.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / 16 minutes ago
Giants, Vikings reportedly made offers for Patriots' No. 3 overall pick in draft
While Drake Maye generated split opinions as a prospect during the pre-draft process, the Patriots have a rookie quarterback other teams coveted.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 21 hours ago
NFL insider reveals Falcons process that led to Michael Penix Jr.
The Falcons shocked the world when they drafted Michael Penix Jr. 8th overall less than two months after signing Kirk Cousins to a $180 million free agent deal.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / 4 minutes ago
NFL personnel questioning Falcons' Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix Jr. plan
Fans and analysts aren't the only members of the NFL community still wondering why the Atlanta Falcons made quarterback Michael Penix Jr. the eighth pick in the draft.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL Analysis Network / 22 hours ago
NFL Analyst Reveals Who Falcons Should Have Picked Over Michael Penix. Jr.
The Atlanta Falcons shocked a whole lot of people when they took University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth pick of the NFL Draft last week.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / 22 hours ago
NFC Notes: Xavier Legette, Michael Penix Jr., Falcons, Panthers, Saints
The Falcons shocked everyone on Thursday by taking QB Michael Penix Jr. at pick No. 8 overall despite committing $180 million to QB Kirk Cousins in free agency.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 18 hours ago
Falcons still heavy NFC South favorites in post-draft odds
Though most Falcons fans believed they squandered the 8th overall pick when they selected Michael Penix Jr., I’ve remained adamant that no prospect would’ve put them over the top as Super Bowl contenders.
Atlanta Falcons News / 5 GOATs / 23 hours ago
Joel Klatt on Michael Penix Jr. pick: ‘I pray this works out’
Michael Penix Jr. wasn’t what anyone expected and not necessarily what many wanted when it came to the No. 8 pick by the Atlanta Falcons. Still, now that he’s there, Joel Klatt just hopes that it goes as well as it possibly can for the players and for the franchise.
Atlanta Falcons News / FanNation Falcon Report / 17 hours ago
Atlanta Falcons ‘Feel Really Good’ about QB Michael Penix Jr.’s Age, Injuries
For many, images of new Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. are positive. Maybe it’s him as a finalist for the Heisman Trophy or hoisting the Sugar Bowl trophy after leading Washington to a victory over the Texas Longhorns in the College Football Playoff semifinals.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / April 30
Falcons GM’s right-hand man has terrible QB track record
Many Falcons fans are rationalizing the Michael Penix Jr. by referencing Zac Robinson’s track record with assessing quarterbacks. The former Rams quarterbacks coach is now taking on a bigger role in Atlanta as the offensive coordinator and comes with rave reviews from Sean McVay.
Atlanta Falcons News / FirstSportz / April 30
Keyshawn Johnson doesn’t think Falcons made a blunder by drafting Michael Penix Jr. after signing Kirk Cousins to a multi-year deal
Ever since the Atlanta Falcons drafted Michael Penix Jr. using their 8th overall pick, instead of celebrating the momentous achievement of a young quarterback,
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago
Falcons GM expands on curious Michael Penix Jr. draft decision
The Falcons GM doubled down on the controversial draft decision.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / 12 minutes ago
NFL insider shoots down Falcons, Michael Penix Jr. tampering theory
Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell hinted during the NFL Scouting Combine that at least one club such as the Falcons had contact with Kirk Cousins before the legal tampering portion of free agency got underway.
Washington Huskies News / Pro Football Rumors / 15 hours ago
Falcons HC Raheem Morris addresses QB situation after curious draft pick
One of the draft’s biggest surprises came on Friday night when the Falcons used their top selection on quarterback Michael Penix Jr. despite having just signed Kirk Cousins to a lucrative deal.
Washington Huskies News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26
Falcons owner Arthur Blank drove decision to draft Michael Penix Jr.?
Owners are often involved in major moves at the top of the draft board such as this one.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / April 26
NFL reporter delivers legendary quote about Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr.
The Falcons used the No. 8 pick on Penix.
Michael Penix Jr. News / NFL Analysis Network / April 26
NFL Analyst Makes Wild Prediction For Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr.
Heading into the 2024 NFL Draft, the Atlanta Falcons were viewed as one of the most unpredictable teams in the first round. Holding the No. 8 overall pick, no one truly knew what direction they were going to go.
Washington Huskies News / The 33rd Team / April 25
Michael Penix Jr. 2024 NFL Draft: Combine Results, Scouting Report For Atlanta Falcons QB
The 2024 NFL Draft is here, making it an excellent time to highlight some of the class' best players with scouting reports. Each report will include strengths, weaknesses and background information. Here's our report on Michael Penix Jr.
Washington Huskies News / Pro Football Rumors / April 23
Insider says surprising team could draft Michael Penix Jr. in 'curveball' move
It remains to be seen how early the Washington product will hear his name called.
Washington Huskies News / Larry Brown Sports / April 22
Report: NFL GMs view one QB as ‘best kept secret’ in draft
As many as six quarterbacks are expected to be chosen in the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday, and there is reportedly a belief among executives that at least one of them will be a steal.
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