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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / 1 hour ago
Falcons fans split on whether Atlanta was a winner in the 2024 NFL Draft 
After a week to consider the Falcons’ 2024 NFL Draft class, Atlanta’s fans are nearly evenly split on whether or not the team came away a winner. The 2024 NFL Draft has come and gone, and the Atlanta Falcons certainly created a stir in league with their selection of quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
Kalen DeBoer reveals emotions of Michael Penix Jr. drafted at No. 8 by Atlanta Falcons
Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer is ready to see Michael Penix Jr. make an impact in the NFL. While speaking to Ryen Russillo, the former Washington Huskies head coach was asked about his thoughts on Penix being drafted at No.
Atlanta Falcons News / Bleacher Report / 11 hours ago
Chad Johnson Defends Penix Jr. Pick amid Kirk Cousins Falcons Rumors: 'Common Sense'
The Atlanta Falcons have found at least one prominent NFL figure who believes they made the right pick selecting Michael Penix Jr. in last month's NFL draft.…
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 15 hours ago
2021 NFL draft class should serve as warning for Falcons
No matter your opinion on the Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr. with the 8th overall pick, he’s set up to be the future of the organization. Terry Fontenot is extremely confident in his selection and a lot is riding on his development behind Kirk Cousins.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 14 hours ago
The Athletic names Falcons best value pick in NFL Draft
The Falcons have been scolded by media pundits across the board for their selection of Michael Penix Jr. in the first round. It’s the biggest storyline coming out of the NFL Draft, and people have every right to question Atlanta’s plan after they also just signed Kirk Cousins to a $180 million contract in free agency.
Michael Penix Jr. News / SportsTalkATL / 1 hour ago
NFL insider tells great story of the moment Falcons knew they wanted Michael Penix Jr.
The negative press surrounding the Falcons for drafting Michael Penix Jr. 8th overall just weeks after handing Kirk Cousins $180 million is at an all time high.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 6 hours ago
QB controversy could be on the immediate horizon for the Falcons
The Falcons drafted Michael Penix Jr. six weeks after giving Kirk Cousins a four-year, $180 million free agent deal. It’s obviously created a whirlwind of criticism, questions, and confusion among fans and the media.
Atlanta Falcons News / FanNation Falcon Report / May 3
Former Pro Bowl WR Defends Michael Penix Pick
The Atlanta Falcons front office has been bushwacked by NFL media since their decision to take quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 pick, just weeks after signing Kirk Cousins to a $90-million guaranteed contract.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / May 2
Falcons assistant GM defends selection of Michael Penix Jr.
The Falcons brought quarterback controversy on themselves by taking Michael Penix Jr. with the 8th overall selection less than two months after signing Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / May 2
Expert looks at Michael Penix Jr.’s outlook with the Falcons
The Falcons are trying something that’s never been done. No matter how many times Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot reference the Packers succession plans for Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers, the situations in Atlanta and Green Bay aren’t similar.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / 14 minutes ago
NFL executives blast Falcons for Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins plan
The Falcons signed Cousins to a four-year, $180M contract less than two full months before the club acquired Penix via the draft.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / May 1
NFL Execs, Falcons fans on same page questioning Atlanta’s 'plan'
Falcons fans were left scratching their heads when the team drafted Michael Penix Jr. To say it was surprising would be an understatement. The move has been met with widespread criticism, but it has nothing to do with the prospect.
Atlanta Falcons News / 5 GOATs / May 1
Booger McFarland says Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr. is ‘a waste of $100 million’
ESPN NFL analyst Booger McFarland did not hold back on his thoughts on the Atlanta Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr. While appearing on NFL Live Wednesday, McFarland explained why the Falcons made a mistake drafting the former Washington Huskies quarterback at No.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / May 1
Falcons' Jessie Bates addresses the team's QB conundrum
Falcons safety Jessie Bates III spoke with reporters during a midweek news conference about multiple subjects, including the club's decision to make quarterback Michael Penix Jr. the No. 8 pick of this year's draft after signing veteran Kirk Cousins in free agency.
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / 43 minutes ago
Atlanta Falcons Nearly Made Blockbuster NFL Draft Trade
The Atlanta Falcons are not typically one of the most discussed teams in the NFL, but their decisions in the draft last week has everyone talking. The Falcons took University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / May 1
Falcons drafted QB Michael Penix Jr. to avoid past 'unsettling feeling'
Over the past two years, the Falcons rolled with Marcus Mariota, Desmond Ridder and Taylor Heinicke at quarterback.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL Analysis Network / April 30
Atlanta Falcons Exec Gets Honest On Michael Penix Jr. Pick
Few top 10 picks have sparked as much discussion as when the Atlanta Falcons selected Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. as the eighth pick in the 2024 NFL Draft last week.
Atlanta Falcons News / The 33rd Team / April 30
Michael Penix Jr. Selection Sends Terrible Message to NFL Veterans
“That’s it. I’m not going up there once the entire offseason,” one starter told me when I called him in 2005 to tell him the news that the Buffalo Bills had released our quarterback Drew Bledsoe.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / April 29
NFL insider shoots down Falcons, Michael Penix Jr. tampering theory
Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell hinted during the NFL Scouting Combine that at least one club such as the Falcons had contact with Kirk Cousins before the legal tampering portion of free agency got underway.
Washington Huskies News / Pro Football Rumors / April 28
Falcons HC Raheem Morris addresses QB situation after curious draft pick
One of the draft’s biggest surprises came on Friday night when the Falcons used their top selection on quarterback Michael Penix Jr. despite having just signed Kirk Cousins to a lucrative deal.
Washington Huskies News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26
Falcons owner Arthur Blank drove decision to draft Michael Penix Jr.?
Owners are often involved in major moves at the top of the draft board such as this one.
Michael Penix Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / April 26
NFL reporter delivers legendary quote about Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr.
The Falcons used the No. 8 pick on Penix.
Washington Huskies News / Pro Football Rumors / April 23
Insider says surprising team could draft Michael Penix Jr. in 'curveball' move
It remains to be seen how early the Washington product will hear his name called.
Washington Huskies News / Larry Brown Sports / April 22
Report: NFL GMs view one QB as ‘best kept secret’ in draft
As many as six quarterbacks are expected to be chosen in the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday, and there is reportedly a belief among executives that at least one of them will be a steal.
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