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Penix Expected to Lead Falcons at Quarterback Versus Bears
Atlanta's starter is on course to return from a rib issue this weekend if he clears all checks during the week.
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Injury Update
Michael Penix Jr. is expected to start Sunday against the Chicago Bears provided he avoids any setbacks this week. The 26-year-old quarterback sustained a rib injury in the previous game and has undergone imaging. The team plans to limit his work on Wednesday while monitoring how he feels during movement.
Previous Outing
Penix left the contest against the Baltimore Ravens late in the fourth quarter after a significant hit but returned for one play. When the game reached overtime, another quarterback took the snaps. The Ravens scored on their opening overtime possession before an interception ended the contest.
Team Context
Penix rejoined the lineup in Week 3 following left ACL surgery from November. Earlier in the season, without Penix and the other injured quarterback, the offense managed just 16 points across two weeks under a third-string signal-caller. In the two games since his return, Atlanta posted a combined 80 points while securing road wins.
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