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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 21 hours ago
QB controversy could be on the immediate horizon for the Falcons
The Falcons drafted Michael Penix Jr. six weeks after giving Kirk Cousins a four-year, $180 million free agent deal. It’s obviously created a whirlwind of criticism, questions, and confusion among fans and the media.
Atlanta Falcons News / FanNation Falcon Report / 22 hours ago
Former Pro Bowl WR Defends Michael Penix Pick
The Atlanta Falcons front office has been bushwacked by NFL media since their decision to take quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 pick, just weeks after signing Kirk Cousins to a $90-million guaranteed contract.
Michael Penix Jr. News / SportsTalkATL / 1 hour ago
Falcons assistant GM defends selection of Michael Penix Jr.
The Falcons brought quarterback controversy on themselves by taking Michael Penix Jr. with the 8th overall selection less than two months after signing Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / May 2
Expert looks at Michael Penix Jr.’s outlook with the Falcons
The Falcons are trying something that’s never been done. No matter how many times Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot reference the Packers succession plans for Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers, the situations in Atlanta and Green Bay aren’t similar.
Atlanta Falcons News / CBSSports.com / May 2
Falcons need Michael Penix Jr. to match this Aaron Rodgers accomplishment if they want draft gamble to pay off
Why the Falcons better hope that Michael Penix Jr. can turn into Aaron Rodgers
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / 10 minutes ago
NFL executives blast Falcons for Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins plan
The Falcons signed Cousins to a four-year, $180M contract less than two full months before the club acquired Penix via the draft.
Atlanta Falcons News / Bleacher Report / May 2
Ex-NFL GM Rips Falcons for Having 'No Adult Supervision' with Michael Penix Jr. Pick
It has been a week since the first round of the 2024 NFL draft, but the Atlanta Falcons' decision to take quarterback Michael Penix Jr. at No. 8 overall…
Ranking the 2024 NFC Draft Classes: The Impact of the Michael Penix Jr. Pick
Many were ready to pencil in the Atlanta Falcons as the NFC South winners for their 2024 NFL playoff predictions. That might have changed after the Falcons made their stunning selection of Michael Penix Jr.
Denver Broncos News / CBSSports.com / May 2
2024 NFL Draft: Bo Nix, Michael Penix Jr. among the most questionable selections made by each team
Only two teams made picks beyond reproach in the 2024 NFL Draft
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / May 1
NFL Execs, Falcons fans on same page questioning Atlanta’s 'plan'
Falcons fans were left scratching their heads when the team drafted Michael Penix Jr. To say it was surprising would be an understatement. The move has been met with widespread criticism, but it has nothing to do with the prospect.
Atlanta Falcons News / 5 GOATs / May 1
Booger McFarland says Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr. is ‘a waste of $100 million’
ESPN NFL analyst Booger McFarland did not hold back on his thoughts on the Atlanta Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr. While appearing on NFL Live Wednesday, McFarland explained why the Falcons made a mistake drafting the former Washington Huskies quarterback at No.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / May 1
Falcons' Jessie Bates addresses the team's QB conundrum
Falcons safety Jessie Bates III spoke with reporters during a midweek news conference about multiple subjects, including the club's decision to make quarterback Michael Penix Jr. the No. 8 pick of this year's draft after signing veteran Kirk Cousins in free agency.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Talk / May 1
Jessie Bates on Michael Penix selection: As a leader, I have to say, "This is the vision"
When the Falcons elected to select quarterback Michael Penix Jr. at No. 8 overall last week, it sent shockwaves throughout the league — including with the team's players.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 1
NFC Notes: Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix Jr., Falcons, Panthers, Saints
After selecting 2024 first-round QB Michael Penix Jr. and spending $180 million on QB Kirk Cousins in free agency, some wonder what the position will look like in the short-term future.
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / 44 minutes ago
Atlanta Falcons Nearly Made Blockbuster NFL Draft Trade
The Atlanta Falcons are not typically one of the most discussed teams in the NFL, but their decisions in the draft last week has everyone talking. The Falcons took University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL Analysis Network / May 1
Atlanta Falcons’ Executive Reveals Team’s Long-Term Plan
The Atlanta Falcons stirred a lot of controversy when they selected University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick of the NFL Draft last week.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / May 1
Falcons drafted QB Michael Penix Jr. to avoid past 'unsettling feeling'
Over the past two years, the Falcons rolled with Marcus Mariota, Desmond Ridder and Taylor Heinicke at quarterback.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL Analysis Network / April 30
Atlanta Falcons Exec Gets Honest On Michael Penix Jr. Pick
Few top 10 picks have sparked as much discussion as when the Atlanta Falcons selected Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. as the eighth pick in the 2024 NFL Draft last week.
Atlanta Falcons News / The 33rd Team / April 30
Michael Penix Jr. Selection Sends Terrible Message to NFL Veterans
“That’s it. I’m not going up there once the entire offseason,” one starter told me when I called him in 2005 to tell him the news that the Buffalo Bills had released our quarterback Drew Bledsoe.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / April 29
NFL insider shoots down Falcons, Michael Penix Jr. tampering theory
Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell hinted during the NFL Scouting Combine that at least one club such as the Falcons had contact with Kirk Cousins before the legal tampering portion of free agency got underway.
Washington Huskies News / Pro Football Rumors / 15 hours ago
Falcons HC Raheem Morris addresses QB situation after curious draft pick
One of the draft’s biggest surprises came on Friday night when the Falcons used their top selection on quarterback Michael Penix Jr. despite having just signed Kirk Cousins to a lucrative deal.
Washington Huskies News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26
Falcons owner Arthur Blank drove decision to draft Michael Penix Jr.?
Owners are often involved in major moves at the top of the draft board such as this one.
Washington Huskies News / Larry Brown Sports / April 26
NFL reporter delivers legendary quote about Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr.
The Falcons used the No. 8 pick on Penix.
Washington Huskies News / Pro Football Rumors / April 23
Insider says surprising team could draft Michael Penix Jr. in 'curveball' move
It remains to be seen how early the Washington product will hear his name called.
Washington Huskies News / Larry Brown Sports / April 22
Report: NFL GMs view one QB as ‘best kept secret’ in draft
As many as six quarterbacks are expected to be chosen in the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday, and there is reportedly a belief among executives that at least one of them will be a steal.
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