Latest Michael Penix News

Falcons offensive line knows protecting Cousins is vital to team's hopes for a winning season

Jul. 26, 2024 13:45 PM EDT

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Atlanta Falcons left guard Matthew Bergeron doesn't have to be reminded that protecting the quarterback will be more important than ever with Kirk Cousins taking snaps. That's not just because Cousins is returning from a torn right Achilles tendon. ...

Michigan, Washington field overhauled teams in quest to return to national championship game

Jul. 25, 2024 17:51 PM EDT

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — When Michigan and Washington arrived at Lucas Oil Stadium on Thursday, it marked the first time they'd been on the same field since January's national championship game. Much has changed in six months. Their big-name coaches, Jim Harbaugh and...

Falcons QB Cousins remains on track in recovery from torn right Achilles as team approaches minicamp

Jun. 03, 2024 15:17 PM EDT

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins' recovery from a torn Achilles tendon remains on track as the team approaches next week's mandatory minicamp. Coach Raheem Morris said Monday he can't ask for Cousins to do more in the minicamp because “he’s...

Cousins shrugs off drafting of Penix, says he's ready to make it work for the Falcons

May. 14, 2024 16:54 PM EDT

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Kirk Cousins shrugged off any hard feelings Tuesday over the Atlanta Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr., insisting he's ready to compete and doesn't think there will be any issues in the quarterback room. Cousins spoke after the two quarterbacks worked...

Falcons rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. says he is 'super blessed' to learn behind starter Kirk Cousins

May. 10, 2024 14:57 PM EDT

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Michael Penix Jr. insists he'll have no difficulty adjusting to his role as the backup to new Atlanta Falcons starting quarterback Kirk Cousins. Before taking the field on Friday for rookie minicamp, Penix was greeted by Cousins at the team's practice...

AP NFL draft grades: Bears earned highest mark after landing Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze

Apr. 28, 2024 00:44 AM EDT

Some teams see an immediate impact from an NFL draft class. Others have to wait on a return. The Houston Texans went from worst to first in their division last season after selecting quarterback C.J. Stroud and edge Will Anderson Jr. back to back with the second and...