Overview
- Michael Penix Jr. was placed on injured reserve and is scheduled for ACL reconstruction in Los Angeles this week, with an estimated nine-month recovery that leaves his availability for the 2026 opener uncertain.
- Kirk Cousins is the Falcons’ starter for Sunday in New Orleans, and Atlanta signed Easton Stick to serve as his backup.
- The Falcons entered the matchup 3-7 against the 2-8 Saints, who are starting Tyler Shough after benching Spencer Rattler last month.
- Head coach Raheem Morris said the team must prepare alternative quarterback plans for 2026, and reporting indicates Atlanta could pursue a less expensive veteran and cannot use a 2026 first-round pick after trading it.
- Receiver Drake London is week-to-week with a PCL issue, and linebacker Divine Deablo had his practice window opened ahead of the game.