Spears is backing Michael Penix Jr. and the Falcons

Watch: Falcons WR bobbles pass, and rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. is intercepted
Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s pass-catchers continue to do him no favors. In Sunday's home game against the Carolina Panthers, Penix dropped back on a 1st-and-10 at Atlanta's 27-yard line and fired a pass to wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud III early in the third quarter.
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. Debuts in NFL.com QB Index
Because Week 17 began on a Wednesday, NFL.com's Nick Shook didn't rank every starting quarterback as he usually does last Thursday. But after waiting another week, Atlanta Falcons fans can see where Shook ranked quarterback Michael Penix Jr. following his first two NFL starts.
Michael Penix Jr. vs. Bryce Young in Week 18: Falcons vs. Panthers Preview
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Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. reveals engagement days after first NFL start
Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. announced his engagement to girlfriend Olivia Carter on Saturday, just days after making his first NFL start on Dec. 22.
Falcons Scrapped Original Michael Penix Jr. Plan. Their Future Came Early
The Atlanta Falcons have thrown out the initial development plan they had for rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. amidst his elevation to the starting role.
Falcons are leaning on rookie QB Penix as they try to protect fading playoff hopes against Panthers
Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will make his third start as the Atlanta Falcons try to protect their playoff hopes against the Carolina Panthers.
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. runs, throws for TDs vs. Panthers
Penix found London in the back corner of the end zone for a 20-yard touchdown strike to put the Atlanta Falcons ahead, 24-17, on the Carolina Panthers with 37 seconds left in the
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. ties game with first career rushing TD
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix may not be an elite runner, but he still has the ability to escape the pocket when the play breaks down. With Atlanta near the goal line, Penix was flushed from the pocket before scrambling for the game-tying touchdown in the
Falcons Ripped by NFL Fans as Loss to Bryce Young, Panthers Ends Playoff Bid
For the seventh consecutive season, the Atlanta Falcons have missed the playoffs. The Falcons had a chance to compete for a ...
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Penix Jr.'s 20-yard TD strike to London trims Panthers' lead to 31-30
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. connects with wide receiver Drake London for a 21-yard touchdown pass.
Falcons' Kyle Pitts admits why he launched Michael Penix Jr.'s first NFL touchdown ball into stands
When Kyle Pitts caught the game-tying touchdown pass against the Washington Commanders on Sunday night, he got swept up in ...
NFL GMs Project Cam Ward, Shedeur Sanders Among Last Year's Quarterback Draft Class
NFL Draft evaluation (and speculation) period is well underway as the NFL enters the final week of its regular season. Most ...
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Mike Jackson snags tipped-ball INT on Michael Penix Jr.'s pass in third quarter
Carolina Panthers cornerback Michael Jackson intercepts the Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix pass intended for wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud III.