The Atlanta Falcons drafting of Michael Penix Jr. just six weeks after signing Kirk Cousins to a $180 million contract doesn't seem like that much of a head-scratcher anymore.

Penix's debut in the Falcons' 34-7 win over the New York Giants drew rave reviews across the league. Atlanta head coach Raheem Morris called it an "almost flawless" performance. Penix was 18-of-27 for ...