Michael Penix Jr. is back on the field, cleared for full 11-on-11 drills after his ACL tear — a major boost for the Falcons as they head into the final stretch of preseason. His return comes after a turbulent QB room that saw Tua Tagovailoa sign to hold down the fort, then get sidelined himself, leading to Cooper Rush stepping in. Before his injury, Penix was elite: nearly 2K yards, 9 TDs, just 3 picks, and even added a rushing score. While Penix’s comeback is promising, Tua remains the projected starter against Pittsburgh. The coaching staff still has decisions to make, but Penix’s return signals stability returning to the offense as the season nears.

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