Atlanta Falcons plan to name starting quarterback before Week 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 4:53 AM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
The Atlanta Falcons intend to name their starting quarterback weeks ahead of the regular season opener on September 13. Quarterbacks Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. are competing for the position, with training camp starting July 29 giving them a month to showcase their skills. Both players face challenges, as Tagovailoa is recovering from a difficult season marred by injuries, while Penix is working his way back from an ACL injury. The Falcons aim to finalize their decision early to facilitate offensive chemistry and effective scheme implementation.
- •Training camp begins July 29, evaluating both quarterbacks.
- •Falcons want to decide on a starter well before Week 1.
- •Tagovailoa has struggled with injuries and interceptions.
- •Penix's health remains a concern following ACL surgery.
- •Coaches emphasize the importance of early chemistry.
- 4:53 AMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Falcons May Have Revealed When They'll Name Their Starting Quarterback
"The Atlanta Falcons want their starting quarterback decided weeks before Week 1. With Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. battling for the job, training camp could determine Atlanta's season as Kevin Stefanski looks to stabilize the NFL's most important position.
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