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Penix Set to Start for Falcons Against Bears
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In Short: Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is on track to start Sunday against the Chicago Bears after recovering from a rib injury.
Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is expected to start for the Atlanta Falcons against the Chicago Bears after missing last week's game due to a rib injury.
Coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed that Penix will start as long as there are no setbacks, noting that he wants to see Penix's level of comfort on the field.
Penix, who led the Falcons to two consecutive wins before the injury, expressed his eagerness to return, stating, 'Because I’ve sat out enough in my career, I will work my tail off to make sure I’m back out there on that field.'
Stefanski also mentioned that Penix will practice on a limited basis Wednesday, adding that he will monitor Penix's progress closely.
The Falcons' decision to start Penix is significant as they were 0-2 with Cooper Rush as the fill-in starter during Penix's absence.
Meanwhile, the Bears are facing their own injury issues, with head coach Ben Johnson saying it's uncertain whether starting quarterback Caleb Williams will be available for the game.
Williams, who has been out since injuring his hamstring, is 'inching' closer to a return, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport.
Despite the uncertainty, Stefanski remains optimistic about Penix's readiness, emphasizing the importance of the quarterback's role in the upcoming game.
The Falcons' defense is well-suited to face the Bears, and the team is looking to capitalize on their recent offensive success.
Statistically, the Falcons had multiple players score multiple rushing touchdowns in a single game for the first time since 1973, according to ESPN Research.
The Falcons' defense appears well suited to the right counter, and the team is optimistic about their chances against the Bears.
The Bears, who suffered a 31-7 loss to the Green Bay Packers, are also trying to bounce back in Week 6.
What this adds
The Falcons' defense is well-suited to face the Bears, and the team is optimistic about their chances despite the Bears' injury concerns.
What's confirmed
- Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is on track to start for the Atlanta Falcons Sunday against the Chicago Bears after leaving last week’s loss to Baltimore with a rib injury.
- Coach Kevin Stefanski says Penix will start against the Bears “as long as everything goes according to plan.” Penix led the Falcons to two straight wins before Sunday night’s 30-23 overtime loss to the Ravens.
- Stefanski said Henderson is improving and added “I'm not ruling him out."
- Penix missed the first two games of the season while completing his recovery from a torn ACL in his left knee that ended his 2025 season.
- Penix was expected to practice on a limited basis on Wednesday.
- Stefanski said he wanted to see Penix's level of comfort on the field.
- Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski speaks during a news conference after a NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Monday, Oct.
- While speaking with reporters shortly after the Chicago Bears suffered a 31-7 loss at the rival Green Bay Packers this past Sunday, Bears head coach Ben Johnson said that "it's going to be close" regarding whether or not starting quarterback Caleb Williams could return to the lineup for Chicago's Week 6 game at the 2-3 Atlanta Falcons on Oct. 18.
What's still developing
- The Chicago Bears have multiple pressing injury situations going into Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons that will really test the depth of this roster, not to mention the short turn around to Week 7.
- After their quarterback couldn't finish Sunday night's overtime loss to the Baltimore Ravens due to a rib injury, the Atlanta Falcons are getting some positive news relating to Michael Penix Jr.'s status for Week 6.
- Williams also went through a pre-game workout, prior to the inactive designation: Speaking with Pat McAfee on Tuesday, NFL insider Ian Rapoport noted that it looks “pretty good” for Williams to be back this weekend against Atlanta: And for those who believe in reading the social media tea leaves, Williams did update his profile on Instagram, adding the header caption “I’m Inevitable:” That could be the clearest sign yet he will be back for the Falcons game on Sunday.
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- Two of the other three big-name quarterbacks on the team’s roster - offseason free agent signee Tua Tagovailoa and former first-round draft pick Michael Penix, Jr. - were listed as “doubtful” and ruled out. respectively, the team said.
- Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images Atlanta has more than a few question marks at quarterback, while Carolina is coming off a disastrous defensive performance when the Panthers visit the Falcons on Sunday.
- Tagovailoa and the starting offense will take the field Sunday when the Falcons open their regular season against the Steelers. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Tagovailoa, who signed with the Falcons this offseason, worked with the first-team offense for most of training camp and started the team’s first and final preseason games.
- SOURCE: Tori McElhaney - AtlantaFalcons.com Why It Matters: Penix Jr. has been recovering from a torn anterior cruciate ligament and is now ready to return to the lineup.