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Michael Penix’s return and the Falcons’ bizarre QB situation, explained

The Atlanta Falcons are turning back to Michael Penix Jr. as their starting quarterback for the upcoming Week 3 matchup against the Green Bay Packers on Thursday Night Football.

Penix has spent nearly ten months recovering from a torn ACL sustained last November, which marked the third ACL injury of his career. He confirmed he felt ready after completing a strenuous workout on Saturday, prompting the team's announcement following a tough thirty-four to three defeat to Carolina where Cooper Rush struggled in a fill-in role.

This personnel shift aims to spark an offensive turnaround for an Atlanta squad that currently holds an zero and two record. The upcoming contest will take place at Lambeau Field as the team attempts to navigate an unusually chaotic early stretch at the position.