With the game on the line, Penix stood tall. It didn’t lead to a win, but it’s a source of hope for the Falcons.

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Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris announced rookie Michael Penix Jr. will be the starter for the team's upcoming game against the New York Giants, with Kirk Cousins headed to the bench.

Just 14 games into the first season after they made the curious dual moves of signing Kirk Cousins and drafting Michael Penix Jr., the Atlanta Falcons are making a change at quarterback.

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk ... Cousins was officially benched and Penix Jr. was named Atlanta’s starter on Tuesday, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, putting the weight of the team ...

They are also making a major change at quarterback. After struggling in recent weeks, including a four-game losing streak, Kirk Cousins is headed to the bench in favor of rookie passer Michael ...

Their big-time offseason acquisition of quarterback Kirk Cousins started off in a very productive manner for the team. But his play devolved and he became the Falcons' biggest obstacle toward ...