Michael Penix Jr. returns to lead Falcons over Packers in Green Bay
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 1:04 PM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026

In his first game since an ACL injury, Michael Penix Jr. threw for 256 yards and one touchdown to lead the Atlanta Falcons past the Green Bay Packers 35-14 on September 25 at Lambeau Field. Despite a rocky start that included an early interception, Penix completed 17 of his next 20 passes, with key contributions from running back Bijan Robinson, who rushed for 194 yards and two scores, and wide receiver Drake London, who caught nine passes for 194 yards. The Falcons dominated total yards at 498 to 328 and held a significant ground game advantage. Following the win, the Falcons improve to 1-2, while the Packers also sit at 1-2. Atlanta will face the New Orleans Saints in Week 4.
- •Falcons win 35-14 at Lambeau Field on September 25.
- •Penix completed 17 of 20 passes after an early interception.
- •Bijan Robinson rushed for 194 yards and two touchdowns.
- •Drake London recorded nine catches for 194 yards.
- •Atlanta improves to 1-2; Green Bay also at 1-2.
- 1:04 PMYahoo Sports — Penix unearths rhythm, Falcons laud 'resiliency' in win over Packers
"Michael Penix Jr. rekindled rhythm in his first game since tearing his ACL, leading the Atlanta Falcons over the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field.
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