Michael Penix Jr. threw 68% of his passes between the numbers Thursday, the highest rate in a game in his career, per Ne Via @marcraimondi on X

What happened: Atlanta started Penix on Thursday against Green Bay. Next Gen Stats charted 68% of his throws between the numbers for his top single-game rate.

Why it matters: Attacking the middle creates shorter throws with room for yards after catch. Holding that distribution would separate this start from his lower-volume middle-field games.

By the numbers: 68% between the numbers Thursday, per Next Gen Stats;

What to watch: Watch whether Atlanta keeps Penix attacking between the numbers in his next start.

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