The Atlanta Falcons have confirmed that quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will undergo surgery to repair a partially torn left ACL, a knee injury he suffered during a game against the Carolina Panthers on October 6. The team initially placed Penix on injured reserve to assess the severity of the injury, and after a second opinion, they have opted for surgical intervention. This injury will end Penix’s season, leaving the Falcons to rely on their backup quarterback, Kirk Cousins, for the remainder of the campaign.
Penix, 25, has a history of multiple season-ending injuries in his career, having torn his right ACL twice in college. This latest injury adds to his growing list of challenges, with the Falcons now facing questions about his long-term durability and potential for future success. Head coach Raheem Morris expressed confidence in Penix’s ability to recover and return to the field, noting,