Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. has been cleared from his ACL injury but will not play in Week 1, focusing on mental recovery after limited practice. Meanwhile, veteran QB Tua Tagovailoa is also out due to an oblique injury, leaving third-string QB Cooper Rush to start against the Steelers. The Falcons hope Penix can overcome his mental hurdles to return by Week 2 or 3, as he controls his future with his performance. Penix, who was the No. 8 pick in the 2024 draft, has a four-year contract worth over $22 million.
