Kevin Stefanski discusses quarterback situation ahead of Week 2

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Kevin Stefanski discusses quarterback situation ahead of Week 2
Summary

Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski is set to address the media regarding the team's injury updates on Friday. Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr., and Cooper Rush are facing injuries, leaving the starting quarterback position uncertain for the upcoming game against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Rush, who started in Week 1, struggled with two interceptions, leading to considerations of Penix or even undrafted rookie Jack Strand for the starting role. Tagovailoa's absence from recent practices complicates the situation further. The Falcons listed him as their QB1 on the Week 2 depth chart, but his status remains unclear as the game approaches.

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  • Kevin Stefanski holds a press conference on Friday afternoon
  • Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr., and Cooper Rush are injured
  • Falcons play the Carolina Panthers on Sunday
  • Rush struggled in Week 1, throwing two interceptions
  • Tagovailoa missed practice for two days prior to the game
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  • 4:05 PMYahoo SportsKevin Stefanski gives final injury updates for Week 2: Watch Live
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