Falcons defeat Packers in Michael Penix Jr.'s return from ACL injury
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Last updated Sep 25, 2026
The Atlanta Falcons secured a significant victory against the Green Bay Packers on September 24, ending the Packers' streak of 13 consecutive home-opening wins. Michael Penix Jr. made his return from an ACL injury, contributing to the team's success. Bijan Robinson and Drake London were standout performers, proving to be integral to the Falcons' offensive strategy throughout the match. The outcome reflects a strong start to the season for Atlanta while posing questions about Green Bay's early-season form.
- •Falcons win on September 24 at Lambeau Field
- •Michael Penix Jr. returns from ACL injury
- •Atlanta ends Green Bay's home-opening win streak
- •Bijan Robinson and Drake London key to Falcon's offense
- •Strong start for Atlanta raises season expectations
- 4:39 AMESPN — Falcons upset Packers in Michael Penix Jr.'s return from ACL injury
- 4:02 AMYahoo Sports — Bijan Robinson runs wild as Falcons trounce Packers 35-14
- 3:37 AMThe Guardian Sport — Falcons trample punchless Packers as Bijan Robinson runs riot in Penix return
"Robinson rushes for 194 yards and two touchdowns Penix throws TD pass in return from torn ACL Packers’ 13-game home-opener winning streak ends Bijan Robinson rushed for 194 yards and two touchdowns as the Atlanta Falcons capitalized on the return of quarterback Michael Penix Jr and trounced the punchless Green Bay Packers 35-14 on Thursday night. Atlanta (1-2) erased an early 7-0 deficit by scoring 27 straight points to take control amid a chorus of boos at Lambeau Field. The Falcons outrushed the Packers 242 yards to 17. Continue reading...
"Bijan Robinson rushed for 194 yards and two touchdowns as the Atlanta Falcons capitalized on the return of quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and trounced the punchless Green Bay Packers 35-14 on Thursday night.
"Bijan Robinson and Drake London couldn't be stopped, as Atlanta ended Green Bay's streak of 13 straight home-opening wins.
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External links- ESPNSep 25, 2026, 4:39 AMFalcons upset Packers in Michael Penix Jr.'s return from ACL injury
Bijan Robinson and Drake London couldn't be stopped, as Atlanta ended Green Bay's streak of 13 straight home-opening wins.
- Yahoo SportsSep 25, 2026, 4:02 AMBijan Robinson runs wild as Falcons trounce Packers 35-14
Bijan Robinson rushed for 194 yards and two touchdowns as the Atlanta Falcons capitalized on the return of quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and trounced the punchless Green Bay Packers 35-14 on Thursday night.
- The Guardian SportSep 25, 2026, 3:37 AMFalcons trample punchless Packers as Bijan Robinson runs riot in Penix return
Robinson rushes for 194 yards and two touchdowns Penix throws TD pass in return from torn ACL Packers’ 13-game home-opener winning streak ends Bijan Robinson rushed for 194 yards and two touchdowns as the Atlanta Falcons capitalized on the return of quarterback Michael Penix Jr and trounced the punchless Green Bay Packers 35-14 on Thursday night. Atlanta (1-2) erased an early 7-0 deficit by scoring 27 straight points to take control amid a chorus of boos at Lambeau Field. The Falcons outrushed the Packers 242 yards to 17. Continue reading...
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