Falcons QB competition focuses on Tua Tagovailoa ahead of training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 4:45 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
The Atlanta Falcons are set to begin their first training camp practice on July 29 under new head coach Kevin Stefanski. Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. are competing for the starting quarterback role, with many analysts favoring Tagovailoa. CBS Sports projects him to pass for 3,460 yards, 24 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions if he secures the starting job. Tagovailoa's past season included 15 interceptions and saw his release from the Dolphins earlier in the offseason. Atlanta's quarterback competition will be closely monitored as camp progresses.
- •Training camp begins July 29 for the Falcons.
- •Tua Tagovailoa is expected to compete for the starting quarterback position.
- •CBS Sports predicts Tagovailoa will have 3,460 passing yards this season.
- •Tagovailoa was released by the Dolphins after a challenging 2025 season.
- •The Falcons are undergoing significant changes in coaching and front office.
- 4:45 PMYahoo Sports — CBS Sports predicts bounce-back season for Falcons QB
"Falcons QB Tua Tagovailoa projected for 24 touchdowns, 10 INTs by CBS Sports
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