Michael Penix Jr. Gives Injury Update Ahead of Falcons-Panthers After Missing Week 1 Amid Knee Issue

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. provided an update on the health of his knee after he was inactive during the team's Week 1 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

"I'm still working toward [playing]," Penix said Wednesday, according to ESPN's Marc Raimondi. "We're working right now. I'm close. I know I've been saying that."

The signal-caller also explained that he wants to suit up, but still has more steps to take in his recovery.

"I'm dying to be out there," Penix said, per Raimondi. "At the same time, I have to think about how I feel."

Penix suffered a torn ACL in Week 11 of the 2025 season before Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes sustained a torn ACL in Week 15 of last year.

While Mahomes was able to start for the Chiefs to open his 2026 campaign, Penix noted that he's underwent more knee procedures than the two-time MVP.

Penix didn't close the door on being active in Week 2, but is taking a day-to-day approach with his health.

"I've gotta focus on what I can do to get better every day," Penix said, per Raimondi.

He also confirmed that he'll be the one to determine when he's available this season.

This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.

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