Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris explained the decision to not play rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. during the team's second preseason game.
In one of the most puzzling moves of the NFL preseason so far, the Atlanta Falcons opted not to play rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. during the team's second preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens. Instead, the team relied on Taylor Heinicke and John Paddock to handle all the reps in the 13-12 loss.The Falcons have generally taken an unorthodox approach to the quarterback position this offseason.
Falcons head coach Raheem Morris felt that his first preseason game, combined with the reps Penix has taken in practice, was enough for the 24-year-old to not have to play against the Ravens.Read More: Atlanta Falcons Make Shocking Pick, Draft QB Michael Penix Jr. No. 8 Overall in 2024 NFL Draft'You've seen the amount of reps that Michael's been able to get without really taking away from our starter,' Morris told reporters on Monday, via The Associated Press.
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