Michael Penix injury update: Falcons QB questionable to return vs Panthers

by: Barkley Truax 4 hours ago BarkleyTruax

Dec 16, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) warms up before a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Falcons QB Michael Penix appeared to suffer an apparent leg injury in the second half against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Penix took a hit after a throw and his knee folded awkwardly underneath him.

Penix was evaluated further in the Atlanta medical tent. Kirk Cousins is expected to take the field if he is unable to get back in the game. Penix was labeled questionable to return.

Micheal Penix Jr. walks off the field after his apparent injury.

He is now in the medical tent pic.twitter.com/mzUEAVH7Sk

— SM Highlights (@SMHighlights1) November 16, 2025

The Falcons were leading the Panthers 21-16 during the third quarter when Penix left the game. Before getting injured, the former Washington star completed 13 of his 16 passing attempts for 175 yards and did not throw a touchdown or an interception.

Penix is in his first full season as the Falcons starting quarterback after being given the reigns during the final three games of his rookie season. He finished 2024 with his appearances and three starts totaling 775 passing yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions.

During year two, Penix has thrown for 1,807 yards, nine touchdowns and three interceptions this season. He’s led Atlanta to a 3-6 record through 10 weeks as the Falcons have lost their last four games.

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