Overview
- Coach Kevin Stefanski declined to name a starter for the Falcons' Week 2 game and said the team will have a quarterback available for the contest.
- Cooper Rush started the opener and struggled, throwing an interception returned for a touchdown and completing just 12 passes while the offense lacked rhythm.
- Michael Penix Jr. has been cleared for full practice after an ACL tear but told reporters he is not yet where he wants to be so his Sunday readiness is uncertain.
- Tua Tagovailoa did not practice Wednesday because of an oblique issue and remains sidelined, while undrafted rookie Jack Strand remains a live option after strong preseason tape.
- Carolina coach Dave Canales said on Wednesday that the Panthers will prepare for Kevin Stefanski's offensive system rather than tailor a plan to one Falcons quarterback and the Falcons' four-QB roster complicates short-term planning.