What happened: Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. said postgame that he is praying for linebacker Kendal Daniels and expects him to be fine following Sunday's on-field injury. Penix's remarks followed head coach Kevin Stefanski's statement that early medical updates on Daniels were positive after an extended stop in play. Penix also briefly visited the medical tent himself during the contest before returning and confirming afterward that he came out of the game healthy.
NFL·INJURY·October 18, 2026 05:16 PM ET
Penix says Falcons LB Kendal Daniels is in good spirits after injury
Daniels told teammates to finish the game before exiting.
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