Sports · October 14, 2026
Falcons say QB Penix on track to start vs. Bears if no setbacks
Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski announced that quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is on track to start against the Chicago Bears in Week 6, provided he faces no setbacks. Penix suffered a rib injury during the team's Week 5 overtime loss to the Baltimore Ravens and was replaced by Tua Tagovailoa during the extra period. While he will be limited in practice, the team expressed optimism regarding his recovery.
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- CBS SportsSports network
Michael Penix Jr. injury update: Falcons QB likely to start this week vs. Bears, but status could change
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Michael Penix Jr. suffered a rib injury against the Baltimore Ravens.
- Head coach Kevin Stefanski stated Penix is 'feeling better'.
- Penix is expected to start against the Chicago Bears if there are no setbacks.
- Penix will be limited in practice to start the week.
- Tua Tagovailoa relieved Penix during the overtime period of the Ravens game.
Reported by only some outlets
- Penix was sacked by Tavius Robinson with about 19 seconds left in regulation.
- The Falcons' offense has averaged 34.3 points and 428.3 total yards per game with Penix starting.
- The Falcons began the season 0-2 with Cooper Rush as the starter.
Confirmed
- Kevin Stefanski confirmed Michael Penix Jr. is the intended starter for Week 6.
- Michael Penix Jr. was limited in Wednesday's practice.
Reported
- Penix is feeling better and is on track to start vs. Bears. (CBS Sports via Kevin Stefanski)
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