The shockwaves that the Atlanta Falcons selection of Michael Penix, Jr. sent through the NFL on draft night this year was the last thing on anyone’s mind as the Falcons sent in the card. If you don’t believe me, check out Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles’ reaction. Nonetheless, Atlanta now has their quarterback of the […]
What did Kirk Cousins say to Michael Penix? No. 8 pick spoke to Falcons QB, is 'excited' to work with veteran
Day 2 of the 2024 NFL Draft is about to begin Friday, but the headlines remain focused on the stunner pulled last night in Detroit. The Falcons shook up the first round of the 2024 draft by using the No. 8 pick to select QB Michael Penix Jr. out of Washington, despite signing Kirk Cousins […]
Kirk Cousins vs. Michael Penix Jr. contracts, explained: Why Falcons' surprise 2024 draft pick raised eyebrows
The Falcons have pulled off the biggest surprise of the 2024 NFL Draft so far. Throughout the offseason, a defensive player has been mocked to land in Atlanta. It seemed like an obvious fit for a team that has skill position talents, a solid offensive line, and a veteran quarterback in Kirk Cousins just signed […]
Raiders taking Michael Penix Jr. at No. 13 in NFL Draft continues to gain steam
Among the many possibilities for the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2024 NFL Draft is the team taking quarterback Michael Penix Jr. at No. 13 overall. That would amount to a surprise, at least for draft analysts, most of whom have Penix Jr. either going late in the first round or early in the second, […]
NFL Mock Draft 2024, 3-round edition: Commanders grab Jayden Daniels; Raiders get Michael Penix Jr.
The 2024 NFL Draft is a little more than a week away. Sporting News’ most recent mocks have gone seven rounds and also offered a trade-heavy first-round edition. Now, it’s time to focus again on the projections for the first three rounds assuming there are no trades. Although some things have come into better focus, […]