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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / CBSSports.com / 12 minutes ago
Falcons need Michael Penix Jr. to match this Aaron Rodgers accomplishment if they want draft gamble to pay off
Why the Falcons better hope that Michael Penix Jr. can turn into Aaron Rodgers
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / 13 minutes ago
NFL executives blast Falcons for Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins plan
The Falcons signed Cousins to a four-year, $180M contract less than two full months before the club acquired Penix via the draft.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Bleacher Report / 1 hour ago
Ex-NFL GM Rips Falcons for Having 'No Adult Supervision' with Michael Penix Jr. Pick
It has been a week since the first round of the 2024 NFL draft, but the Atlanta Falcons' decision to take quarterback Michael Penix Jr. at No. 8 overall…
Ranking the 2024 NFC Draft Classes: The Impact of the Michael Penix Jr. Pick
Many were ready to pencil in the Atlanta Falcons as the NFC South winners for their 2024 NFL playoff predictions. That might have changed after the Falcons made their stunning selection of Michael Penix Jr.
Denver Broncos News / CBSSports.com / 7 hours ago
2024 NFL Draft: Bo Nix, Michael Penix Jr. among the most questionable selections made by each team
Only two teams made picks beyond reproach in the 2024 NFL Draft
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 11 hours ago
NFL Execs, Falcons fans on same page questioning Atlanta’s 'plan'
Falcons fans were left scratching their heads when the team drafted Michael Penix Jr. To say it was surprising would be an understatement. The move has been met with widespread criticism, but it has nothing to do with the prospect.
Michael Penix Jr. News / 5 GOATs / 10 hours ago
Booger McFarland says Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr. is ‘a waste of $100 million’
ESPN NFL analyst Booger McFarland did not hold back on his thoughts on the Atlanta Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr. While appearing on NFL Live Wednesday, McFarland explained why the Falcons made a mistake drafting the former Washington Huskies quarterback at No.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / 8 hours ago
Falcons' Jessie Bates addresses the team's QB conundrum
Falcons safety Jessie Bates III spoke with reporters during a midweek news conference about multiple subjects, including the club's decision to make quarterback Michael Penix Jr. the No. 8 pick of this year's draft after signing veteran Kirk Cousins in free agency.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Talk / 59 minutes ago
Jessie Bates on Michael Penix selection: As a leader, I have to say, "This is the vision"
When the Falcons elected to select quarterback Michael Penix Jr. at No. 8 overall last week, it sent shockwaves throughout the league — including with the team's players.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / 1 minute ago
NFC Notes: Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix Jr., Falcons, Panthers, Saints
After selecting 2024 first-round QB Michael Penix Jr. and spending $180 million on QB Kirk Cousins in free agency, some wonder what the position will look like in the short-term future.
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / 44 minutes ago
Atlanta Falcons Nearly Made Blockbuster NFL Draft Trade
The Atlanta Falcons are not typically one of the most discussed teams in the NFL, but their decisions in the draft last week has everyone talking. The Falcons took University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL Analysis Network / May 1
Atlanta Falcons’ Executive Reveals Team’s Long-Term Plan
The Atlanta Falcons stirred a lot of controversy when they selected University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick of the NFL Draft last week.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Yardbarker / 20 hours 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 / 6 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 / Shutdown Corner / April 30
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.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL Analysis Network / April 30
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 / April 30
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 / 5 GOATs / April 30
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 / FirstSportz / 19 hours ago
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 / 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.
Washington Huskies 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.
Washington Huskies 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 / 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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