Overview
- The Falcons said Penix has a partially torn ACL in his left knee and will undergo surgery that ends his 2025 season.
- Kirk Cousins takes over as starter for the stretch run with Atlanta at 3-7 on a five-game skid ahead of Sunday’s game in New Orleans.
- Penix was placed on injured reserve as the team promoted Easton Stick to back up and signed Kyle Trask to the practice squad.
- The 25-year-old previously underwent two ACL surgeries in college, heightening concern about his recovery outlook.
- Coach Raheem Morris said the timetable toward the 2026 opener is uncertain, and WR Drake London will miss the Saints game and be evaluated week to week.