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Michael Penix Jr. Rebounds With Career Day as Falcons Beat Commanders 34-27

Atlanta shifted staff roles after the Week 3 rout to sharpen communication.

Overview

  • Penix went 20-of-26 for a career-high 313 yards with two touchdowns and one interception in the Week 4 win.
  • With a 31-24 lead late, he converted three third downs on a drive that ended in a Parker Romo field goal to secure the result.
  • Raheem Morris praised Penix's resilience and work ethic after the Carolina loss, saying the quarterback quickly took ownership and corrected issues.
  • Next Gen Stats showed Penix was 13-for-13 on throws from 0–9 air yards for 180 yards, highlighting a streamlined short-passing plan.
  • Bijan Robinson totaled 181 yards from scrimmage, Drake London caught eight passes for 110 yards and a score, and Kyle Pitts added a touchdown as Atlanta enters its bye before hosting Buffalo in Week 6.