Penix back on field throwing in Falcons' offseason program
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Key Points:
- Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has returned to the field six months after tearing his left ACL, participating in Phase 2 of the team's offseason program.
- Phase 2 allows for individual and group drills but not full team practices, indicating Penix is progressing in his recovery but not yet fully cleared for contact.
- Penix, 26, suffered his third ACL tear in eight years last November and underwent surgery shortly after, with previous injuries occurring during college.
- The Falcons signed Tua Tagovailoa in March, and new coach Kevin Stefanski has announced a quarterback competition once Penix is healthy.
- Penix has expressed confidence about being ready for Week 1, and his current rehab progress suggests he is on track, having completed nearly 60% of his passes with 12 touchdowns in his NFL career so far.