Falcons QB Tua Tagovailoa has been named the Week 1 starter against Pittsburgh, but he faces a “short leash” with Michael Penix Jr. waiting to return. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio suggests that if Tagovailoa underperforms and is benched, the Falcons may cut him, following the Dolphins’ precedent. Atlanta has four QBs on the roster, and Tagovailoa’s minimal salary makes it easier to move on if needed. Tagovailoa, who previously played for the Dolphins, signed a one-year deal with the Falcons after being released.
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