NFLRumorOlder story · reported Sun, Sep 20, 12:21 PM

Sources: Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. could play in Week 3

Development in NFL involving Michael Penix Jr and Tua Tagovailoa (ATL).

Part of: The coaching situation around Michael Penix Jr →

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Sources: Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. could play in Week 3
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Michael Penix Jr

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Basically the main character today.

Sources: Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. could play in Week 3

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Tua Tagovailoa

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Sources: Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. could play in Week 3

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Sources: Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. could play in Week 3

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  1. RumorSun, Sep 20, 12:21 PM · 42d ago

    Sources: Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. could play in Week 3

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