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Michael Penix Jr. will start at QB on Thursday Night Football against the Packers

The struggling Atlanta Falcons are turning to Michael Penix Jr. to take over quarterback duties for their upcoming Thursday matchup against the Green Bay Packers.

Following an opening pair of losses culminating in a heavy defeat to the Carolina Panthers, the franchise hopes the signal-caller can provide a much-needed spark in his season debut after recovering from right knee surgery.