Falcons’ Penix Exits Panthers Game with Knee Injury
In a dramatic NFL matchup, the Atlanta Falcons faced the Carolina Panthers, resulting in a 30-27 overtime loss. A significant moment came in the third quarter when Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. sustained a right knee injury.
Penix’s Injury Updates
Michael Penix Jr. was injured while attempting a third-down pass. With 5:22 remaining in the third quarter, he was struck and fell back to the ground after trying to get up. He subsequently removed his helmet and was replaced by veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins.
Penix completed 13 of 16 passes for 175 yards before leaving the game. This injury marks another setback for him, as he recently recovered from a bone bruise in his left knee sustained in Week 7 against the San Francisco 49ers. During that game, he was sidelined for Atlanta’s following match, where Cousins stepped in and the team suffered a 34-10 defeat to the Miami Dolphins.
Impact on the Game
- Key Player: Michael Penix Jr.
- Injured in the third quarter
- Completed 13 of 16 passes for 175 yards
- Replacement: Kirk Cousins
- Finished the game with 6 of 14 passes for 48 yards
- Drake London Injury
- Star receiver left the game with a knee injury during overtime
- Recorded 7 catches for 119 yards before exiting
As the Falcons assess the injuries to both Penix and London, their upcoming games will need to adapt to these critical player losses. The team will strive to recover and maintain momentum as the NFL season progresses.
