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Penix conceded to a bit of nerves before the game, but felt a whole lot better once he got out onto the field. “You do feel [nervous], but as soon as you hit the field it goes away,” Penix said.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) is tackled by New York Giants linebacker Darius Muasau (53) in the first half of an NFL football game against the in Atlanta, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024.
The first-year coach made the move to Penix, the No. 8 pick in the 2024 draft, following an objective review of starter Kirk Cousins' play over the past five weeks.
Penix was born in Cookeville, Tennessee, but later moved and was raised in Dade City, Florida. [1] Penix attended Tampa Bay Technical High School and started at quarterback for the Titans for two seasons, passing for 4,243 yards with 61 touchdowns and only six interceptions. [2] He committed to Indiana University to play college football. [3]
So far, so good. A new era of Atlanta Falcons football was ushered in on Sunday when the eighth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, Michael Penix Jr., made his first career start at quarterback in ...
Penix had his debut at Mercedes-Benz Stadium boosted by a defense that produced two pick-six touchdowns. He was supported by a rushing attack fueled by Bijan Robinson (22 carries, 94 yards, 2 TDs).
Penix, 24, was a Heisman Trophy finalist last year at Washington, when he threw for 4,903 yards and 36 touchdowns to guide the Huskies to the national title game.
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