What happened: Rush is set to open Sunday against Carolina, with Strand next in line at quarterback for Atlanta. The depth-chart shift comes after Michael Penix Jr. was ruled out for the game.

Why it matters: Atlanta now has a defined quarterback plan for Sunday after recent uncertainty around the position. It also puts the offense back in the hands of the same Cooper Rush who already has started for Atlanta this month, while Strand becomes the immediate contingency if the Falcons need an in-game change.

What to watch: Sunday's inactive list will show whether Atlanta carries any additional quarterback depth behind Rush and Strand. Carolina now prepares for a Falcons offense with Rush taking the first snap.