Michael Penix Jr.’s production hasn’t been great

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Watch: Falcons WR bobbles pass, and rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. is intercepted
Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s pass-catchers continue to do him no favors. In Sunday's home game against the Carolina Panthers, Penix dropped back on a 1st-and-10 at Atlanta's 27-yard line and fired a pass to wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud III early in the third quarter.
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. Debuts in NFL.com QB Index
Because Week 17 began on a Wednesday, NFL.com's Nick Shook didn't rank every starting quarterback as he usually does last Thursday. But after waiting another week, Atlanta Falcons fans can see where Shook ranked quarterback Michael Penix Jr. following his first two NFL starts.
Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr. hot passing was a bright spot
Falcons rookie quarterback Mike Penix got off to a slow start, but then finished in fine fashion in the 44-38 overtime loss to the Panthers on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. reveals engagement days after first NFL start
Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. announced his engagement to girlfriend Olivia Carter on Saturday, just days after making his first NFL start on Dec. 22.
Former NBA star gives controversial take on Falcons QB Michael Penix
Penix, the former Washington Huskies QB, led the Falcons to an easy win over the New York Giants before suffering a 30-24 overtime loss to the Washington Commanders in Week 17. Despite the loss, Penix impressed those around the NFL with his poise in the face of adversity.
Falcons' Kyle Pitts admits why he launched Michael Penix Jr.'s first NFL touchdown ball into stands
When Kyle Pitts caught the game-tying touchdown pass against the Washington Commanders on Sunday night, he got swept up in the emotion of the moment and launched the ball into the air. What Pitts didn't realize at the time was he'd just thrown away Michael Penix Jr.
Michael Penix Jr.’s production hasn’t been great, but Falcons believe his poise bodes well
The biggest thing for Penny is just the poise that he’s shown in these games,” Morris said. Morris said he was “waiting to celebrate” with Penix during the 12-play, 68-yard fourth-quarter drive that tied the game in Washington last week on a 13-yard pass to tight end Kyle Pitts on fourth-and-goal.
NFL analysts impressed by Falcons QB Michael Penix's first start
The Atlanta Falcons have to be happy with what they saw from rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. in his first NFL start. While the numbers don’t jump out, Penix’s decisiveness, arm talent and pocket mobility were on display during Sunday’s 34-7 win over the New York Giants.
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Panthers’ Bryce Young shares instant reaction in outdueling Michael Penix Jr.
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Mike Jackson snags tipped-ball INT on Michael Penix Jr.'s pass in third quarter
Carolina Panthers cornerback Michael Jackson intercepts the Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix pass intended for wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud III.