Falcons' Michael Penix cleared for full practice amid QB competition
5 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 10:58 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski announced that quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has been fully cleared to practice. This comes following the team's 34-6 preseason victory over the Colts on Saturday. Penix had been limited in his practice throughout the summer due to a torn ACL but is now set to fully engage in team activities. His arrival opens up the competition for the starting quarterback position against Tua Tagovailoa. The Falcons' final preseason game is scheduled for next Friday in Miami, and it remains uncertain if Penix will play.
- •Penix cleared after recovering from a torn ACL.
- •He practiced limitedly all summer until receiving medical clearance.
- •Competition for starting job resumes against Tua Tagovailoa.
- •Falcons play final preseason game next Friday in Miami.
- •Coaching staff has not confirmed if Penix will participate in the upcoming game.
- 10:58 PMYahoo Sports — Michael Penix Jr.’s status revealed as Atlanta Falcons prepare for Dolphins clash
- 9:52 PMESPN — Penix fully cleared as Falcons ramp up QB1 battle
- 9:50 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. cleared for all football activities
- 9:07 PMYahoo Sports — Michael Penix cleared for all football activities
"Atlanta Falcons have received a major boost ahead of their clash against the Miami Dolphins, with their head coach Kevin Stefanski confirming that quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has been cleared to return to full-team practice.
"Whether or not Penix will be ready to start Week 1 is a whole other discussion, but this is a big step in the right direction with a few weeks to go before the season starts.
"Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has been cleared to practice fully, head coach Kevin Stefanski said after Saturday's 34-6 preseason win over the Colts.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 10:58 PMMichael Penix Jr.’s status revealed as Atlanta Falcons prepare for Dolphins clash
Atlanta Falcons have received a major boost ahead of their clash against the Miami Dolphins, with their head coach Kevin Stefanski confirming that quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has been cleared to return to full-team practice.
- ESPNAug 22, 2026, 9:52 PMPenix fully cleared as Falcons ramp up QB1 battle
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has been cleared to practice fully, head coach Kevin Stefanski said after Saturday's 34-6 preseason win over the Colts.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 9:50 PMFalcons QB Michael Penix Jr. cleared for all football activities
Whether or not Penix will be ready to start Week 1 is a whole other discussion, but this is a big step in the right direction with a few weeks to go before the season starts.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 9:07 PMMichael Penix cleared for all football activities
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix has been limited in practice all summer, but that is set to change this week.
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