The Atlanta Falcons’ quarterback future hangs in the balance as Michael Penix Jr., their first-round pick, faces his third ACL tear—this one in 2025—while Tua Tagovailoa battles for the starting job. With Penix sidelined and limited to non-contact drills, the team’s new coaching staff, led by Kevin Stefanski, must decide whether to bet on his recovery or lean on the healthy, practicing Tua. Penix’s injury history, including a fractured clavicle before the NFL, casts doubt on his readiness, forcing the Falcons into a tough spot: can they trust a QB with this track record—or is Tagovailoa their only viable option right now?

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