SportsMichael Penix Jr. returns to lead Falcons to 35-14 win over Packers
The Athletic describes an emotional turnaround for the Atlanta quarterback, who cried when he realized he wouldn’t be ready for Week 1 after a lengthy injury rehab.
TLDR
Michael Penix Jr. returned on September 24, 2026, after a lengthy rehab from a season-ending injury and led Atlanta to a 35-14 victory over the Packers, The Athletic reports. After shedding tears over missing Week 1, the Falcons quarterback was “all smiles” following the win, the outlet says.
Michael Penix Jr. returns to lead Falcons to 35-14 win over Packers
The Athletic describes an emotional turnaround for the Atlanta quarterback, who cried when he realized he wouldn’t be ready for Week 1 after a lengthy injury rehab.
TLDR
Michael Penix Jr. returned on September 24, 2026, after a lengthy rehab from a season-ending injury and led Atlanta to a 35-14 victory over the Packers, The Athletic reports. After shedding tears over missing Week 1, the Falcons quarterback was “all smiles” following the win, the outlet says.
