Mobile Pensacola, AL, September 23, 2026 —

The Atlanta Falcons have officially named Michael Penix Jr. as the starting quarterback for their upcoming Thursday night game. The announcement was made by the team on Monday.

Penix Jr. is set to lead the Falcons against the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay. The game is scheduled to take place on Thursday night. Specific details regarding the circumstances leading to this quarterback change, such as the performance or availability of the previous starter, were not provided in the announcement.

Further information regarding Penix Jr.’s history with the team, his previous game statistics, or any direct statements from coaching staff or players concerning this decision were not immediately available. The Falcons’ upcoming matchup against the Packers marks a significant point for the team’s offensive strategy.


Story summarized from the original created by Andrew Hammond on www.al.com, see more information here.

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