Falcons QB Penix to Sit Out Final Preseason Game

The Atlanta Falcons are facing a critical decision at quarterback as they prepare for their final preseason game against the Miami Dolphins on Friday, August 28, 2026. Head coach Kevin Stefanski announced that Michael Penix Jr., who was recently cleared for full-contact drills, will not play in the game, while Tua Tagovailoa is set to start. This decision comes as the team works to evaluate both quarterbacks ahead of the 2026 NFL season, which begins in September. The quarterback competition intensified this week after Penix returned to full-team work following recovery from a severe knee injury that ended his 2025 season.