The Atlanta Falcons are expected to start quarterback Cooper Rush in their upcoming game against the Carolina Panthers. CBS Sports reports that Rush takes Atlanta’s first-team reps and is lined up for the start, while Michael Penix Jr. continues his recovery.
All reports indicate Penix is not yet ready to play, stemming from recovery work following last season’s ACL tear. Yahoo Sports also frames Penix’s status as ongoing and not progressed enough for him to return to the lineup for the week.
One outlet additionally notes that Tua Tagovailoa remains sidelined with an oblique issue, adding context to the broader quarterback availability picture, even though the Falcons’ immediate decision centers on whether Penix can return.
