What happened: The Atlanta Falcons' quarterback situation remains unresolved ahead of their upcoming Thursday game. Penix could potentially return to the lineup, but his availability is not a certainty.
Why it matters: The ambiguity complicates preparation for a team that has already altered its depth chart this month. Atlanta previously named Cooper Rush the starter after Tua Tagovailoa was sidelined. A Thursday kickoff condenses the time available to finalize an offensive game plan.
By the numbers: The Falcons are 2-2 on the season, scoring 17.8 points per game while allowing 16.2.
What to watch: Practice participation reports over the coming days will dictate the starting assignment.