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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / Bleacher Report / 17 minutes ago
Daniel Jeremiah Blasts Michael Penix Jr., Cousins Comparison to Aaron Rodgers, Love 
The Atlanta Falcons made a bold move in the NFL draft by taking Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 pick. The move was somewhat puzzling…
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 20 minutes ago
There was another QB the Falcons really liked in the draft
The Falcons shocked the world when they selected Michael Penix Jr. in Thursday’s first round. Less than two months after signing Kirk Cousins to a $180 million free agent deal with $100 million in guarantees, Atlanta took his successor before he has even taken a snap.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago
Falcons GM expands on curious Michael Penix Jr. draft decision
The Falcons GM doubled down on the controversial draft decision.
Atlanta Falcons News / NBC Sports / 1 hour ago
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 39 minutes ago
Bucs GM Jason Licht on Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr.
The #1 story coming out of the NFL Draft is the Falcons taking Michael Penix Jr. right after handing Kirk Cousins $180 million. Whether they like it or not, it is going to be a cloud hanging over the entire organization for several years, something Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot will have to answer endless questions about.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / 12 minutes ago
NFL insider shoots down Falcons, Michael Penix Jr. tampering theory
Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell hinted during the NFL Scouting Combine that at least one club such as the Falcons had contact with Kirk Cousins before the legal tampering portion of free agency got underway.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL Analysis Network / 32 minutes ago
Former NFL QB Loves The Falcons’ Pick Of Michael Penix Jr.
The Atlanta Falcons left many scratching their heads after they selected University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick of the NFL Draft last Thursday.
NFL News / Yardbarker / 15 minutes ago
Three fantasy losers from the 2024 NFL Draft
The 2024 NFL draft is over which means fantasy football drafts are just months away. Fourteen skill position players were taken in the first round but these three could take a while to have fantasy success.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / 42 minutes ago
Analyst thinks Michael Penix Jr. should be mad at Falcons
The Falcons made Penix the eighth pick of the 2024 NFL Draft even though the club signed Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180M contract early in free agency.
NFL News / Field Gulls / 21 hours ago
‘Not accurate’ - Seahawks reportedly didn’t try to trade up for Michael Penix Jr
A report to counter the initial report about Seattle’s interest in moving up for the former Washington Huskies QB. The Seattle Seahawks once again did not take a quarterback in the NFL Draft, and they really didn’t have much of a shot when the top half-dozen were off the board after just 12 picks.
Washington Huskies News / Pro Football Rumors / 15 hours ago
Falcons HC Raheem Morris addresses QB situation after curious draft pick
One of the draft’s biggest surprises came on Friday night when the Falcons used their top selection on quarterback Michael Penix Jr. despite having just signed Kirk Cousins to a lucrative deal.
NFL News / Yardbarker / 1 minute ago
Winners and losers from Day 3 of 2024 NFL Draft
After 257 picks, the 2024 NFL Draft is in the books. The three-day event ended with Rounds 4-7 on Saturday.
Washington Huskies News / College Football Dawgs / April 27
Michael Penix To Falcons: A Genius Pick Amidst Controversy
The Atlanta Falcons selected Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. The pick immediately became one of the most criticized, primarily because Atlanta signed former Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract in the offseason.
Washington Huskies News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26
Falcons owner Arthur Blank drove decision to draft Michael Penix Jr.?
Owners are often involved in major moves at the top of the draft board such as this one.
Washington Huskies News / Larry Brown Sports / 23 minutes ago
NFL reporter delivers legendary quote about Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr.
The Falcons used the No. 8 pick on Penix.
Michael Penix Jr. News / NFL Analysis Network / 1 hour ago
NFL Analyst Makes Wild Prediction For Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr.
Heading into the 2024 NFL Draft, the Atlanta Falcons were viewed as one of the most unpredictable teams in the first round. Holding the No. 8 overall pick, no one truly knew what direction they were going to go.
Washington Huskies News / SportsTalkATL / April 26
Bill Belichick reacts to Falcons drafting Micheal Penix Jr.
There were literally a dozen prospects other than Michael Penix that I thought the Falcons would draft last night. To say it was a stunner would be an understatement.
Washington Huskies News / Larry Brown Sports / 41 minutes ago
Kirk Cousins reportedly left ‘shocked’ by Falcons’ draft decision
The Atlanta Falcons pulled off a stunning move in the NFL Draft on Thursday, and it’s a move that reportedly has left Kirk Cousins shocked.
Washington Huskies News / Pro Football Rumors / April 25
Falcons make shocking QB selection with No. 8 pick
There are a number of reasons this is a surprise including the player being ranked as the fifth- or sixth-best quarterback in the draft and Atlanta having signed Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180M deal.
Washington Huskies News / Pro Football Rumors / April 23
Insider says surprising team could draft Michael Penix Jr. in 'curveball' move
It remains to be seen how early the Washington product will hear his name called.
Washington Huskies News / Larry Brown Sports / April 22
Could Michael Penix Jr. go much higher than expected in NFL Draft?
The chances of four quarterbacks going in the top 10 of the NFL Draft are thought to be fairly high. Could it be possible for a fifth to do the same?
Washington Huskies News / Larry Brown Sports / April 22
Report: NFL GMs view one QB as ‘best kept secret’ in draft
As many as six quarterbacks are expected to be chosen in the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday, and there is reportedly a belief among executives that at least one of them will be a steal.
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