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Falcons Place Michael Penix Jr. on IR for Left Knee Injury as Kirk Cousins Takes Over

Multiple reports point to possible ACL damage, with a second opinion to determine if his season is over.

Nov 16, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (5) looks on before the start of a play against the Carolina Panthers in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Drake London #5 of the Atlanta Falcons runs after a catch during the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Nov 16, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) prepares to throw the ball in the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The team placed Penix on injured reserve, confirming a minimum four-game absence with the earliest potential return in Week 16.
  • ESPN and other outlets report possible ACL involvement and say Penix is not expected to play again this season, pending additional evaluations.
  • Raheem Morris said the offense will be adjusted to fit Cousins, who will start in Week 12 at New Orleans after replacing Penix against Carolina.
  • Top receiver Drake London sustained a PCL sprain and has been ruled out for Week 12, with the timeline described as week-to-week.
  • Atlanta is 3-7 with a five-game losing streak; Penix aggravated the same left knee injured earlier this season and left after going 13-of-16 for 175 yards.