Falcons coach says Penix's status remains uncertain for game

Falcons coach says Penix's status remains uncertain for game

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Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski said on 20 September that it was still too early to confirm quarterback Michael Penix Jr. 's availability for the team's game, after the Falcons fell 34-3 to the Carolina Panthers and dropped to 0-2. The quarterback situation had been in flux since the season opened.

Cooper Rush was slated to start despite back spasms and remained the primary starter while Penix continued his recovery from a third ACL reconstruction. The team listed wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus as an emergency third quarterback after Tua Tagovailoa was sidelined with an oblique injury, and rookie Jack Strand was the only remaining option behind Rush. Throughout Week 1 and Week 2, Penix stayed on injured reserve and the Falcons repeatedly indicated no new health updates.

参与者

Atlanta Falcons Cooper Rush Pittsburgh Steelers Tua Tagovailoa Michael Penix Jack Strand Bralen Trice Nick Muse Cameron Williams

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Atlanta, Georgia, United States Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

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2026年九月20日
1 篇总计
Kevin Stefanski: Now is not the time to know if Michael Penix will play Thursday
Kevin Stefanski: Now is not the time to know if Michael Penix will play Thursday

NBC Sports • 09月20日 21:04

Atlanta lost 34-3 to Carolina, dropping to 0-2, and coach Kevin Stefanski said there is no update on quarterback Michael Penix's health ahead of the upcoming matchup.

可信度 78% 操纵 8% 中立
2026年九月18日
2 篇总计
Michael Penix Jr. officially out, Tua Tagovailoa doubtful for Week 2
Michael Penix Jr. officially out, Tua Tagovailoa doubtful for Week 2

NBC Sports • 09月18日 17:45

Atlanta announced Cooper Rush will start against the Panthers, while Michael Penix Jr. remains out after knee surgery and Tua Tagovailoa is listed as doubtful with an oblique injury.

可信度 72% 操纵 8% 中立
Cooper Rush is expected to start for Falcons vs. Panthers
Cooper Rush is expected to start for Falcons vs. Panthers

NBC Sports • 09月18日 16:42

The Atlanta Falcons will start quarterback Cooper Rush in their season-opening game versus the Carolina Panthers, while backup Michael Penix Jr. continues his recovery from a torn ACL.

可信度 72% 操纵 8% 中立
2026年九月16日
4 篇总计
Cooper Rush getting treatment for back injury
Cooper Rush getting treatment for back injury

NBC Sports • 09月16日 17:47

Atlanta Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski said backup QB Cooper Rush is being treated for a back injury sustained in Week 1, leaving the team’s quarterback depth chart in flux ahead of the next game.

可信度 68% 操纵 10% 中立
Falcons QB unclear with injured Cooper Rush, Tua Tagovailoa
Falcons QB unclear with injured Cooper Rush, Tua Tagovailoa

ESPN • 09月16日 16:48

Atlanta head coach Kevin Stefanski said the team has not ruled out any quarterbacks for Sunday’s game against Carolina, with injuries affecting both Tua Tagovailoa and Cooper Rush.

可信度 72% 操纵 8% 中立
Falcons haven't made a QB choice for Week 2
Falcons haven't made a QB choice for Week 2

NBC Sports • 09月16日 16:42

Head coach Kevin Stefanski said the team has not yet chosen a starter for the upcoming game against the Panthers, keeping all options open.

可信度 72% 操纵 9% 中立
Penix (knee) 'not yet ready' for game action
Penix (knee) 'not yet ready' for game action

NBC Sports • 09月16日 15:56

Quarterback Michael Penix remains sidelined as he recovers from a third ACL reconstruction, with the Atlanta Falcons indicating he will return only when he feels fully confident.

可信度 72% 操纵 9% 中立
2026年九月15日
1 篇总计
Signs point, for now, to Cooper Rush for the Falcons on Sunday
Signs point, for now, to Cooper Rush for the Falcons on Sunday

NBC Sports • 09月15日 16:02

Atlanta will probably name Cooper Rush as the starter for its home opener against the Panthers, as the team has not provided new updates on the quarterback situation.

可信度 72% 操纵 8% 中立
2026年九月13日
1 篇总计
Olamide Zaccheaus will be the Falcons' emergency option at QB
Olamide Zaccheaus will be the Falcons' emergency option at QB

NBC Sports • 09月13日 15:24

Atlanta kept four quarterbacks on its roster but will list wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus as a third emergency option after starter Tua Tagovailoa was sidelined.

可信度 72% 操纵 9% 中立
2026年九月12日
2 篇总计
Cooper Rush Injury Update Ahead of Falcons vs. Steelers After Tua Ruled Out With Oblique Issue
Cooper Rush Injury Update Ahead of Falcons vs. Steelers After Tua Ruled Out With Oblique Issue

Bleacher Report • 09月12日 21:20

Atlanta will start Cooper Rush at quarterback on Sunday against the Steelers after Tua Tagovailoa was sidelined with an oblique injury and backup Michael Penix Jr. continues rehab from a torn ACL.

可信度 68% 操纵 8% 中立
Cooper Rush is dealing with back spasms, Falcons still expect him to start Sunday
Cooper Rush is dealing with back spasms, Falcons still expect him to start Sunday

NBC Sports • 09月12日 20:17

Atlanta's quarterback depth has narrowed as Cooper Rush deals with back spasms but remains slated to start against Pittsburgh, while Michael Penix remains out and rookie Jack Strand is the only other option.

可信度 78% 操纵 8% 中立

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