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Reports: Michael Penix Jr. rib injury does not seem to be serious, status for Week 6 still up in the air

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. left Sunday Night Football’s loss to the Baltimore Ravens early after taking a hard hit to the ribs, forcing Tua Tagovailoa into action for the final minutes.

Though Penix briefly returned for one play before exiting due to pain, his status for Week 6 remains uncertain as the team evaluates a rib injury that—while not considered serious—has kept him out of practice so far. Reports suggest Penix could still start against the Bears if he passes medical checks, though Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski has delayed a decision until at least Wednesday.

The injury is a relief for Atlanta, as Penix has revitalized the offense over his last three starts, while Tagovailoa’s limited playtime has been marked by a costly interception on just three passes attempted. With the Bears’ pass defense ranked as one of the more manageable units on the schedule, Penix’s return would provide a critical boost to Atlanta’s chances in a potentially winnable matchup.

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