Raheem Morris 'pleased' with Michael Penix Jr.

Raheem Morris Leaves Door Open for Michael Penix Start vs. Giants
Falcons head coach Raheem Morris was asked during his Zoom press conference Monday about whether Kirk Cousins will remain his starter, and Morris declined to answer amid external calls for rookie Michael Penix Jr.
Raheem Morris praises Falcons rookie Michael Penix Jr. after win
The Michael Penix Jr. era in Atlanta began with a win as the Falcons blew out the New York Giants, 34-7, on Sunday afternoon. The rookie was decisive and poised in his first NFL start, completing 67 percent of his passes for 202 yards and an interception.
Falcons coach Raheem Morris drops truth bombs on Michael Penix Jr.'s first start
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris was pleased with what he saw from Michael Penix Jr. in his first start.
Raheem Morris 'pleased' with Michael Penix Jr. as Falcons control destiny
After weeks of roster uncertainty and losing football, everything went right for the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Following quarterback Kirk Cousins' benching, eighth overall draft pick Michael Penix Jr.
Falcons HC Raheem Morris on Michael Penix Jr.'s first start: 'He went out and played almost flawless football'
Michael Penix Jr. earned a blowout win in his first career start as two pick-sixes from the Falcons defense and steady play from the rookie QB led to a 34-7 victory. Head coach Raheem Morris described the outing as "almost flawless football".
Kirk Cousins benched: Raheem Morris says nothing permanent in NFL in naming Michael Penix Jr. new Falcons QB
The 7-7 Atlanta Falcons are making a massive move with a playoff spot in the balance. Quarterback Kirk Cousins is being benched for rookie Michael Penix Jr., who was selected with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
After ‘nearly flawless’ first start, can Michael Penix Jr. lead Falcons to playoffs?
In his first NFL start, Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. brought Atlanta one step closer to the postseason. Here's how he did it.
What happens to Falcons' Kirk Cousins if rookie Michael Penix Jr. succeeds?
With rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. flashing promise, don't count on the Atlanta Falcons keeping Kirk Cousins for much longer.
Falcons QB Kirk Cousins was 'Great' Mentor to Michael Penix Jr. Before First Start
Despite his benching, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins strongly supported rookie passer Michael Penix Jr. in Sunday's win over the New York Giants.
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. begins initiation against Giants
With their playoff hopes fading fast, the Atlanta Falcons benched $180 million quarterback Kirk Cousins in favor of rookie Michael Penix Jr. ahead of a Sunday meeting with the visiting
Michael Penix Jr. gave the Falcons a reason to believe in his first start
An efficient performance that left the Falcons with plenty to be encouraged about. Penix Jr. went 18-27 for 202 yards, no touchdowns and a pick that went off TE Kyle P
Falcons Coach Morris Touts Growth, Development of Rookie Class
Despite an overall lack of action and production, the Atlanta Falcons have seen positive things from their rookie class.
Falcons fan will love Raheem Morris' Drake London injury update
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Falcons Coach Raheem Morris Doesn't Rule Out QB Change After Unconvincing Week 15 Win
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Penix wins debut as Atlanta QB as Falcons return two picks for TDs, beat hapless Giants 34-7
Michael Penix Jr. felt a brief bit of apprehension as he ran down the tunnel, which was to be expected. Then, he played like ...
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