Michael Tarrence Penix Jr. (/ ˈpɛnɪks / PENN-iks; born May 8, 2000) is an American professional football quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL).

Dec 17, 2024 · — The Atlanta Falcons (7-7) are making a switch at the quarterback position, replacing Kirk Cousins with Michael Penix Jr. as the starting quarterback in Week 16, …

Nov 19, 2025 · The Falcons have signed QB Easton Stick to the 53-man roster and former second-round pick Kyle Trask to the practice squad.

Dec 18, 2025 · What can the Falcons do at quarterback, and what will it mean for Kirk Cousins? In five starts this season, Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins is 2-3 with a completion rate of …

Sep 12, 2025 · Is Atlanta Falcons starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. ready to lead his squad back to the playoffs? Let's take a closer look at the rising NFL star.

Dec 18, 2024 · Michael Penix Jr. is the new starting quarterback of the Atlanta Falcons and Kirk Cousins is heading to the bench, coach Raheem Morris announced Tuesday night.

Aug 18, 2025 · On Monday morning, the Atlanta Falcons added to their quarterback depth chart by signing quarterback Ben DiNucci. DiNucci joins Michael Penix Jr. and Kirk Cousins in a …

Aug 4, 2025 · The Atlanta Falcons signed veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million deal last offseason, then stirred controversy by selecting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. …

Jul 30, 2025 · Michael Penix Jr. is stepping into the starting quarterback role for the Atlanta Falcons.

May 28, 2025 · Michael Penix Jr. has taken the reins from Kirk Cousins as the Atlanta Falcons starting quarterback entering Year 2.