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).

Nov 19, 2025 · The Falcons have signed QB Easton Stick to the 53-man roster and former second-round pick Kyle Trask to the practice squad.

Dec 18, 2024 · Michael Penix Jr. is the new starting quarterback of the Atlanta Falcons and Kirk Cousins is heading to the bench, coach Raheem Morris announced Tuesday night.

Dec 17, 2024 · — The Atlanta Falcons (7-7) are making a switch at the quarterback position, replacing Kirk Cousins with Michael Penix Jr. as the starting quarterback in Week 16, …

Sep 12, 2025 · Is Atlanta Falcons starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. ready to lead his squad back to the playoffs? Let's take a closer look at the rising NFL star.

Aug 18, 2025 · The Atlanta Falcons made a move at the quarterback position this week, bringing in Ben DiNucci to compete for the emergency quarterback role.

Aug 4, 2025 · The Atlanta Falcons signed veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million deal last offseason, then stirred controversy by selecting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. …

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These quarterbacks have started at least one game for the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL). They are listed in order of the date of each playing at quarterback for …

Jul 30, 2025 · Michael Penix Jr. is stepping into the starting quarterback role for the Atlanta Falcons, emphasizing control, hard work, and being the best version of himself to lead the team.