Jayden Daniels vs Michael Penix Jr. in Week 17

Falcons at Commanders Questions: Is Michael Penix Ready for the Moment?
From game picks to rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, here are five questions about the Washington Commanders before Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons.
Jayden Daniels vs. Michael Penix Jr. in Week 17: Commanders vs. Falcons Preview
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Falcons Recap: Penix vs. Daniels, playoff odds, Mike Vick record
The Atlanta Falcons bounced back from a four-game losing streak by winning back-to-back games in Weeks 15 and 16, potentially saving their season in the process. The team has been rewarded with a prime-time matchup against the Washington Commanders in Week 17.
Commanders Praise Falcons' Michael Penix Jr.: 'Has a Laser'
Ahead of his second NFL start, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. drew considerable praise from the Washington Commanders.
Michael Penix Jr. gives the Falcons meaningful hope, and that's a big deal
The Falcons have Penix set up well with an excellent run game led by Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier, good players to throw to like Drake London and Darnell Mooney (and maybe even Kyle Pitts if he can finally put it all together) and a sound offensive line to keep him upright. That will matter as Penix finds himself as an NFL quarterback.
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Michael Penix Jr. had perfect setup from Falcons in sudden ascension to starting QB
Michael Penix Jr. got off to a strong start in his starting debut thanks to help across the board from his Falcons teammates.
Michael Penix Jr picks up first career victory as starter as Falcons trounce Giants
Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Michale Penix Jr. picked up the first win of his career on Sunday, 34-7 over the New York Giants. Penix had 207 passing yards.
'Almost flawless football': Here's what the Falcons thought of Michael Penix Jr.'s first NFL start vs. Giants
The Atlanta Falcons reclaimed the NFC South lead this weekend, defeating the New York Giants by a score of 34-7. Michael Penix Jr. impressed in his first real NFL action, becoming just the third Falcons rookie quarterback ever to win his first start.
Daniels and the Commanders host Penix and the Falcons in prime time with playoff chances at stake
Michael Penix Jr. and the Atlanta Falcons visit Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders on Sunday night in a prime-time game with significant playoff implications.
Michael Penix, Jayden Daniels to make NFL history on Sunday Night
Not only will the Falcons face off against former head coach Dan Quinn, but rookies Michael Penix Jr. and Jayden Daniels are set to make NFL history. Penix, who will be making his second start, and Daniels,
Here are stakes when rookies Jayden Daniels and Michael Penix Jr. meet for the 1st time in crucial NFL Sunday night matchup
Allen. Marquee quarterback duels punctuate NFL history. It’s way, way too early to say that the meeting of the No. 2 and No. 8 picks in the 2024 NFL Draft will ever get anywhere near the heights of those lofty rivalries.
Falcons Coach Morris Touts Growth, Development of Rookie Class
Despite an overall lack of action and production, the Atlanta Falcons have seen positive things from their rookie class.
Penix and the Falcons at Daniels and the Commanders in prime-time meeting of 1st-round rookie QBs
Michael Penix Jr. and the Atlanta Falcons visit Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders in the NFL's first prime-time ...
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NFL analysts impressed by Falcons QB Michael Penix's first start
The Atlanta Falcons have to be happy with what they saw from rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. in his first NFL start.
Atlanta Falcons at Washington Commanders Prediction: Odds, Best Bets, Player News, Injuries, & Stats for Week 17
With the playoffs on the line, the Atlanta Falcons take on the Commanders to try and keep their NFC South lead. Check out the ...