Michael Penix Jr. may participate in Falcons minicamp drills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 3:01 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Michael Penix Jr. of the Atlanta Falcons is set to potentially join 11-on-11 drills at minicamp on June 16. This follows recent comments from the Falcons' quarterbacks coach, Alex Van Pelt, who indicated that the competition for the quarterback position would intensify once Penix is fully ready. After recovering from prior injuries, including two ACL tears, Penix aims to reclaim his starting position against veteran Tua Tagovailoa. Minicamp begins Tuesday in Flowery Branch, Georgia.
- •Penix may join 11-on-11 drills starting June 16.
- •Alex Van Pelt commented on the QB competition heating up.
- •Penix has a history of injuries affecting his career.
- •Minicamp officially starts on June 16 in Flowery Branch.
- •Competition is primarily with Tua Tagovailoa for QB1.
- 3:01 PMYahoo Sports — Michael Penix Jr. may finally get 'green light' at Falcons minicamp
"The Falcons quarterback competition may be about to heat up this week
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