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Jayden Daniels, Commanders Thrill NFL Fans With OT Win vs. Michael Penix Jr., Falcons | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors

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Scott Taetsch/Getty Images An overtime showdown between two standout rookies captured fans’ attention, as Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders emerged victorious in a 30-24 win over Michael Penix Jr. and the Atlanta Falcons. Washington Commanders @Commanders COUNT US IN <a href=”https://t.co/CnRVfS3A7q”>pic.twitter.com/CnRVfS3A7q</a> Daniels completed 24-of-36 passes for 227 yards, three touchdowns and one interception, helping … Read more

Falcons, Michael Penix Jr. should benefit from extra reps in playoff push

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Marc Raimondi, ESPN Staff WriterDec 26, 2024, 06:00 AM ET FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The Michael Penix Jr. that fans saw last Sunday in his first NFL regular-season start was not the one who arrived here last April as the No. 8 overall pick in the draft. What Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Darnell Mooney saw … Read more

After ‘nearly flawless’ first start, can Michael Penix Jr. lead Falcons to playoffs?

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Editor’s note: This is the 16th installment of a season-long series on a breakout star from the past week of NFL action. The Week 16 winner: Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr.  Michael Penix Jr.’s routine didn’t change for his first career start. After all, he’d been preparing as Atlanta’s starter the previous 14 games — … Read more

‘Nearly flawless’ Michael Penix Jr. helps re-energize Falcons’ playoff push

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ATLANTA — Michael Penix Jr. looked like an NFL veteran in his first professional start but not as much as he sounded like one when he took the podium after the game. The Atlanta Falcons quarterback was at a local Costco shopping Tuesday night when head coach Raheem Morris informed him he would be making … Read more

NFL Week 16 uniforms: Falcons don throwbacks

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Anthony Gharib, ESPNDec 21, 2024, 11:21 AM ET With the season winding down, combinations on the field are dwindling. Week 16 will feature the final on-field appearance of a popular uniform in 2024. Editor’s Picks 2 Related The Atlanta Falcons will wear their throwback uniforms against the New York Giants, marking the third time this … Read more

Sources – Falcons expected to cut Kirk Cousins before $10M bonus due

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Adam Schefter, Senior NFL InsiderDec 21, 2024, 08:16 AM ET Close ESPN NFL Insider Joined ESPN in 2009 Former president of the Pro Football Writers of America and the author of four books Kirk Cousins’ divorce from the Falcons is expected to be finalized before his $10 million roster bonus is due March 17, with … Read more

NFL betting Week 16 props that pop: Banking on Jahmyr Gibbs and a boost for Falcons

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Dec 21, 2024, 08:00 AM ET It’s Week 16? Yes, it’s Week 16! The fantasy football postseason is in its second week for most virtual enthusiasts, and the real life NFL playoffs are just around the corner. This week, Daniel Dopp and I aim to improve on our numbers while lining your pockets with some … Read more

Falcons bench Kirk Cousins: Michael Penix Jr. improves longshot Super Bowl chance, per projection model

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After trading 2016 NFL MVP Matt Ryan to the Indianapolis Colts prior to the 2022 season, the Atlanta Falcons struggled to find a suitable replacement for the next two years. Marcus Mariota, Desmond Ridder and Taylor Heinicke were all given the chance to grab hold of the starting quarterback job but failed to impress during … Read more

What’s next for Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix and the Falcons?

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Marc Raimondi Jeremy Fowler Close Jeremy Fowler senior NFL national reporter ESPN staff writer Previously a college football reporter for CBSSports.com University of Florida graduate Dec 17, 2024, 10:01 PM ET Kirk Cousins did not view it as a short-term move. The quarterback said he signed with the Atlanta Falcons on March 11 not only … Read more

NFL betting tips: Las Vegas Raiders v Atlanta Falcons preview and picks

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NFC West rivals Arizona Cardinals and Seattle Seahawks will face each other for the second time in as many weeks when they meet at State Farm Stadium in Arizona on Sunday evening. Kick-off is scheduled for 21:05 GMT for UK fans and the winner of the game could go on to win the NFC West … Read more