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Falcons Back Penix as Starter After 30–0 Loss, Make Offensive Staff Changes

Raheem Morris ruled out a quarterback competition this week, refocusing on communication fixes to steady his young signal-caller.

Overview

  • Morris said Michael Penix Jr. remains QB1 after he was pulled late in the fourth quarter of a 30–0 defeat at Carolina, calling the move protection with the game out of reach.
  • Penix went 18-of-36 for 172 yards with two interceptions, including a pick-six by Chau Smith-Wade, while Kirk Cousins completed 5-of-7 for 29 yards in relief.
  • To clean up in-game communication, offensive coordinator Zac Robinson will move from the booth to the sideline for Week 4 against Washington.
  • Receivers coach Ike Hilliard was fired, with passing game coordinator T.J. Yates set to assume receivers duties, according to multiple reports.
  • Morris acknowledged reported early headset issues for Penix but refused to cite them as an excuse, and he plans to bring in kicker competition after John Parker Romo missed two field goals.