Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. rehabs in Indiana during joint practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 10:55 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Michael Penix Jr. participated in quarterback drills and mental reps while the Atlanta Falcons practiced with the Indianapolis Colts in Indiana. This trip marks a significant moment for Penix, an Indiana University graduate, as he continues to recover from his third ACL surgery. Penix expressed the importance of consulting with his doctor to evaluate his progress. Meanwhile, fellow Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa faced challenges during practice sessions. Both teams are focused on solidifying their quarterback depth as the preseason approaches.
- •Penix underwent drills during joint practice in Westfield, Indiana.
- •Penix is coming back from his third ACL surgery on his left knee.
- •Tagovailoa struggled during camp, facing issues with accuracy.
- •The Colts are assessing both Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson's performances.
- •Colts will hold next year's training camp at their headquarters.
- 12:11 AMYahoo Sports — Falcons Get Telling Michael Penix Jr. Update After Colts Practice
- 10:55 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. continues his rehab from ACL surgery during trip back to Indiana
"Michael Penix Jr. went through his usual routine Wednesday and Thursday — quarterback drills, seven-on-seven work and mental reps as his Atlanta Falcons teammates squared off with the Indianapolis Colts during two days of joint practice. Except there was nothing typical about this trip to Indiana for Penix. The Indiana University graduate spent the week about 90 miles northwest of the Bloomington campus, throwing in front of some familiar fans and an old Hoosiers teammate, Wabash College safeties coach Noah Pierre.
"Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. could be nearing a major step in his return from injury. The post Falcons Get Telling Michael Penix Jr. Update After Colts Practice appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 12:11 AMFalcons Get Telling Michael Penix Jr. Update After Colts Practice
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. could be nearing a major step in his return from injury. The post Falcons Get Telling Michael Penix Jr. Update After Colts Practice appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 10:55 PMFalcons QB Michael Penix Jr. continues his rehab from ACL surgery during trip back to Indiana
Michael Penix Jr. went through his usual routine Wednesday and Thursday — quarterback drills, seven-on-seven work and mental reps as his Atlanta Falcons teammates squared off with the Indianapolis Colts during two days of joint practice. Except there was nothing typical about this trip to Indiana for Penix. The Indiana University graduate spent the week about 90 miles northwest of the Bloomington campus, throwing in front of some familiar fans and an old Hoosiers teammate, Wabash College safeties coach Noah Pierre.
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