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Michael Penix gives Falcons what they desperately needed

Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Validates Belief in 'Almost Flawless' First Start

But Falcons head coach Raheem Morris felt his 24-year-old signal caller delivered an "almost flawless" performance, avoiding fatal mistakes and operating a high level to help Atlanta get its largest win in over four years.

Bleacher Report · 2h

Michael Penix Jr. Played 'Almost Flawless Football' in 1st NFL Start, Falcons HC Says

Rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. made his first NFL start for the Atlanta Falcons in their 34-7 victory over the New York Giants on Sunday,

ESPN on MSN · 3h

Michael Penix Jr. lifts Atlanta Falcons in starting debut

It's uncommon for a rookie quarterback to make his first start in late December on a team still vying for a playoff spot, when the incumbent starter has not been injured. But that's exactly what happened with the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.

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NJ.com · 8h

Giants humiliated in more ways than one by Falcons — and QB who could’ve been theirs

ATLANTA — The Giants lost in more ways than just on the scoreboard in their 34-7 loss at the Falcons on Sunday. For starters, they suffered their 10th-straight defeat, which now stands alone as the Giants’ worst losing streak ever. For this to happen in their centennial season is surely co-owner John Mara’s worst nightmare.

CBSSports.com · 9h

Week 16 Highlights: Giants at Falcons (12/22)

Highlights: Giants at Falcons (12/22)

Falcons Wire · 9h

5 takeaways from Falcons' 34-7 win over the New York Giants

The Atlanta Falcons have finally gotten over the seven-win hump after Sunday’s 34-7 blowout win over the New York Giants. Rookie Michael Penix Jr. was solid in his first career start, Bijan Robinson scored two times and the defense returned two interceptions for touchdowns.

Falcons will release Kirk Cousins

FOXSports on MSN · 1d

Falcons reportedly expected to part ways with Kirk Cousins before $10M bonus is due

Officials around the NFL expect the Falcons to release veteran QB Kirk Cousins, rather than trade him, before a $10 million roster bonus is due in March.

The Washington Post on MSN · 1d

The Falcons now face a choice after benching Kirk Cousins

The Falcons could release or trade Kirk Cousins after benching him in favor of Michael Penix Jr. But they don’t really have to.

FOX News on MSN · 1d

Falcons expected to release Kirk Cousins after just one season following lackluster play: report

The Atlanta Falcons are expected to release quarterback Kirk Cousins after just one season due to lackluster play, with rookie Michael Penix Jr. taking his place.

Falcons Wire6h

Falcons' Raheem Morris provides injury update on Drake London

The Atlanta Falcons have avoided the injury bug for some time now, but they lost a few players during their 34-7 win over ...

Michael Penix Jr. impresses, defense scores twice in Falcons’ win vs. Giants: Key takeaways

Atlanta kept pace with Tampa Bay as its playoff hopes remained alive, while the Giants (2-13) lost a franchise-record 10th ...

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Giants vs. Falcons odds, line, start time: 2024 NFL picks, Week 16 predictions from proven model

SportsLine's model just revealed its NFL picks for the New York Giants vs. Atlanta Falcons on Sunday afternoon as Michael ...

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Falcons safety Jessie Bates records pick-six off Drew Lock

The Falcons offense has looked better than in recent weeks, but points have eluded them thus far. Finally, the defense ...

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Penix wins debut as Atlanta QB as Falcons return two picks for TDs, beat hapless Giants 34-7

Michael Penix Jr. felt a brief bit of apprehension as he ran down the tunnel, which was to be expected. Then he played like a ...

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