Following the announcement from Atlanta Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham that veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins will be released, there was speculation that Michael Penix Jr. would be named the starting quarterback for Week 1 of the 2026 season. However, new head coach Kevin Stefanski approached the topic with caution, not confirming Penix’s role. This suggests that while Penix may be a candidate, the decision is not yet finalized. The situation remains fluid as the team evaluates its options moving forward.
