Overview
- The Falcons announced Penix will start Thursday night at Green Bay after follow-up evaluations found no lingering soreness in his surgically repaired left knee.
- Penix said a demanding workout late last week showed him the knee “responded good” and that he felt healthy enough to return to game action.
- Offensive coordinator Tommy Rees said Penix has practiced without limitations and shown mobility in the pocket.
- Cooper Rush and rookie Jack Strand combined for multiple interceptions and minimal scoring through two games, a poor start that increased urgency to return Penix.
- Cornerback A.J. Terrell was placed on injured reserve for at least four games and the team made roster moves including signing Zach Harrison, a change that affects short-term depth and defensive planning.