Injuries mount for NFL teams as Michael Penix Jr. set to start for Falcons
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Last updated Sep 23, 2026

As the NFL approaches Week 3, injuries are a growing concern for multiple teams. Quarterbacks Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, and Jaxson Dart are all expected to miss their games, while the Atlanta Falcons will have Michael Penix Jr. making his first start of the season against the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night. Both teams are feeling the effects, with the Packers missing two offensive linemen: Zach Bako-Bewele and Aaron Banks. Additionally, defensive tackle Javon Hargrave and wide receiver Jayden Reed are listed as questionable for Green Bay, further complicating their matchup.
- •Multiple quarterbacks sidelined for Week 3, affecting six NFL teams.
- •Michael Penix Jr. confirmed as starting quarterback for the Falcons.
- •Packers offensive line will miss two starters due to injury.
- •Jayden Reed and Javon Hargrave are questionable for the Packers.
- •Samson Ebukam ruled out for the Falcons in Thursday's game.
- 8:19 PMCBS NFL — NFL Week 3 injury report: Packers offensive line in trouble; Michael Penix Jr. set to take over Falcons QB job
"Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels and Jaxson Dart are among the quarterbacks sidelined as we track every practice update across the league
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