Overview
- Atlanta officially placed Michael Penix Jr. on injured reserve, ruling him out a minimum of four games while the team continues evaluations.
- ESPN reports the injury could be season-ending with possible ACL involvement, and Penix is seeking a second opinion to determine next steps.
- Top receiver Drake London sustained a PCL sprain and will miss Week 12 at New Orleans, with NFL Network reporting he could be out longer.
- Penix left the Week 11 loss to Carolina after a third‑quarter hit and was 13-of-16 for 175 yards; Cousins finished 6-of-14 for 48 yards in relief.
- The Falcons fell to 3-7 with a five-game skid and now pivot to Cousins under center as they prepare for the Saints with reduced receiving depth.