What happened: Offensive coordinator Tommy Rees pointed to a throw to London as an example of the timing Atlanta wants from Penix. He said the quarterback has shown little rust and has handled the timing element of the offense well.

Why it matters: The update adds another positive sign for Michael Penix Jr. working toward return for the Falcons after he missed the opener. Any progress in timing and comfort matters as Atlanta sorts out its Week 2 quarterback availability.

What to watch: Atlanta's next injury report and game-status designations will show whether Penix is moving closer to being available against Carolina. Late-week practice workload should offer the clearest hint about how much of a role he can handle.