Tua Tagovailoa shows progress in Atlanta Falcons training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 5:23 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has demonstrated significant improvement during training camp, with quarterbacks coach Alex Van Pelt noting he is 'getting better every day.' ESPN's Marc Raimondi reported that Tagovailoa is starting to feel comfortable within the offense. With Michael Penix Jr. in recovery from a torn ACL, Tagovailoa appears to be the frontrunner for the starting position for Week 1 despite previous struggles in Miami. The Falcons are looking to finalize their quarterback decision ahead of the upcoming season.
- •Tagovailoa looking comfortable in Falcons offense during training camp
- •Alex Van Pelt praises Tagovailoa's daily improvement
- •Michael Penix Jr. recovering from torn ACL, impacting competition
- •Tagovailoa favored for Week 1 starting job
- 5:23 PMYahoo Sports — Tua Tagovailoa looking comfortable in Falcons camp
"Falcons QB Tua Tagovailoa looks favored to win the starting job.
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