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NFL·INJURY·September 20, 2026 01:16 PM ET

Penix's status for Thursday remains uncertain for Falcons

Atlanta is averaging 17.8 points per game this season.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 201 min read
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The Falcons QB situation continues to be, well, messy. Penix could play next Thursday but not a certainty. https://t.co

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.

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