Falcons Blowout Giants in Michael Penix's First Start

Opinion
Michael Penix Jr. had perfect setup from Falcons in sudden ascension to starting QB
Michael Penix Jr. got off to a strong start in his starting debut thanks to help across the board from his Falcons teammates.
Michael Penix Jr. did everything the Falcons couldn't get from Kirk Cousins
On the first play of his first NFL start, Michael Penix Jr. made a statement... on a medium-length incompletion intended for Ray Ray McCloud. It wasn't that Penix failed to connect with McCloud, even if the throw was a dart to the sideline that sliced through coverage
Why Falcons win over Giants doesn't prove Michael Penix Jr. can lead team on deep playoff run
As Michael Penix Jr. and the Falcons make a playoff push, the rookie QB will be heavily relied upon now that he's the starter.
‘Nearly flawless’ Michael Penix Jr. helps re-energize Falcons’ playoff push
Penix finished 18-for-27 for 202 yards, no touchdowns and a deflected interception. Two pick sixes by the defense helped a lot.
Michael Penix Jr. leads Atlanta to victory over Giants in first NFL start
Replacing Kirk Cousins, Penix enjoyed the benefits of a strong run game and a swarming defense in a victory over the New York Giants.
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Validates Belief in 'Almost Flawless' First Start
But Falcons head coach Raheem Morris felt his 24-year-old signal caller delivered an "almost flawless" performance, avoiding fatal mistakes and operating a high level to help Atlanta get its largest win in over four years.
Falcons HC Raheem Morris on Michael Penix Jr.'s first start: 'He went out and played almost flawless football'
Michael Penix Jr. earned a blowout win in his first career start as two pick-sixes from the Falcons defense and steady play from the rookie QB led to a 34-7 victory. Head coach Raheem Morris described the outing as "almost flawless football".
NFL Week 16: Michael Penix wins debut as Atlanta QB as Falcons drill hapless Giants
Michael Penix Jr. won his debut as Atlanta’s starting quarterback, thanks largely to a defense that returned a pair of interceptions for touchdowns, and the Falcons bolstered their playoff hopes by handing the hapless New York Giants their franchise-record 10th straight loss,
Michael Penix Debut: Live Updates from Giants at Falcons
From his first throw -- of warmups -- to his last of the game, follow along with Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s first NFL start.
Michael Penix Jr. leads Falcons past reeling Giants
Michael Penix Jr. completed 18 of 27 passes for 202 yards in his first career start, helping the Atlanta Falcons post a 34-7 rout of the visiting New York Giants on Sunday.
Falcons blow out Giants in Michael Penix's first career start
So far, so good for Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix. Penix started for the first time in his career today against the Giants, and he did well enough to win — with a big assist from Giants quarterback Drew Lock,
Atlanta Falcons bold predictions for Week 17 Sunday Night Football vs. Commanders
Ahead of their Sunday Night Football game against the Commanders, we give our Falcons bold predictions for Week 17.
SportsTalkATL on MSN3d
The Falcons officially control their own playoff destiny
Just a few weeks ago, the Falcons’ hopes of a playoff berth were effectively dashed with a fourth consecutive loss amid a ...
Yardbarker12d
Inside Falcons Plan for QB Michael Penix Jr.
In the moment, Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s job was to help others warm up. Tight end Ross Dwelley stood on the right side of Penix, who was throwing passes to ...
Sorting the Sunday Pile, NFL Week 16: Michael Penix Jr. has sneaky sparkling debut; Lions munch on moldy bread
On the interception, Penix "made the mistake" of trying to target tight end Kyle Pitts, who he hit on the numbers, only to ...