Penix Out, Tagovailoa In for Falcons | NFL News

0:00It's September 7th. This is NFL News Today Football Coverage Power by AI. Alright, let's talk about the quarterback situation in Atlanta. It looks like Michael Pennex Jr. their first round pick from this year's draft might be on the way out. He's going to be inactive for week one, and Tuatago Viloa, formerly of the dolphins, has apparently secured the starting gig. Coach Defansky is keeping his focus strictly on the immediate future, saying he's got blinders on for just this week. Now the word on the street is that Pennex could be released. This is a big deal considering he was a top draft selection. While Tago Viloa has the starting job for now, he's also got his own question marks, especially after a shaky preseason. Plus, there have been whispers about him potentially seeking a new team after 2027. The Falcons drafted Pennex with the idea he'd be their guy long term. But last season, he only played nine games, throwing for under 2,000 yards with nine touchdowns and three picks.

1:00It wasn't exactly lighting the world on fire. They're hoping he can bounce back, but the team seems to be in a rebuilding phase, so they might be looking at a different path. Looking ahead, if Pennex does get cut, there are a few teams that could be interested. The Browns, Panthers, Colts, Vikings, and Cardinals are all mentioned as potential landing spots. These teams have their own quarterback uncertainties, whether it's with current starters, backups, or players still developing. So it's a fluid situation in Atlanta. Pennex's time there might be shorter than expected, and where he lands next could depend on how other teams quarterback rooms shake out over the next. Couple of seasons. It's a lot to keep an eye on in the NFL.