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Kevin Stefanski remains undecided on Falcons' starting QB ahead of game

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Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Kevin Stefanski remains undecided on Falcons' starting QB ahead of game
Summary

Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski did not name a starting quarterback as the team prepares for their upcoming game on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers. Tua Tagovailoa is sidelined with an oblique injury, while Michael Penix Jr. continues to recover from a partially torn ACL. Cooper Rush started last week but faced back spasms during preparations and did not perform well in his debut start against the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he completed 12 of 22 passes for 143 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions. Stefanski stated the team will be flexible regarding the quarterback situation as they head into the game.

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Status Watch
  • •Stefanski refuses to name starting QB for Sunday’s game against Carolina.
  • •Tagovailoa suffers oblique injury and will not practice.
  • •Penix continues rehab from partially torn ACL.
  • •Rush struggled in his first start, registering a low QBR.
  • •Team will remain flexible on quarterback options.
Latest Updates
  • 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Kevin Stefanski refuses to name starting QB amid Tua Tagovailoa injury update
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Atlanta Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski refused to name the team's starting quarterback while providing an update on Tua Tagovailoa.

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