Michael Penix Jr, New England Patriots and Drake London
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Falcons coach Raheem Morris said earlier this week he expected to see Michael Penix (knee) with the first-team offense more than last week.
The Falcons are optimistic about QB Michael Penix Jr. returning after missing a game because of a bone bruise in his knee, while WR Drake London is also day-to-day.
The Atlanta Falcons are expected to start Kirk Cousins at quarterback in Week 8 vs. the Miami Dolphins, CBS Sports' Jonathan Jones reports, while Michael Penix Jr. remains sidelined with a bone bruise in his knee. It would be the veteran signal-caller's first start in more than 10 months since his benching.
The Falcons got blown out by the Dolphins with quarterback Michael Penix on the sideline last Sunday and his status will be of chief concern as they move toward their Week 9 trip to New England.
Cousins is 'highly likely' to start Atlanta's Week 8 game against the Dolphins, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
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Atlanta Falcons gift Michael Penix Jr. a new best friend, defense gets needed attitude in latest 7-round 2026 NFL mock draft
Williams has been a bit banged up for Clemson so far this season, but when healthy, he is one of the more dependable wide receivers in the 2026 class. At 5-11 and 190 pounds, Williams is a slot receiver with tremendous short area quickness and football IQ. Combining his skill set with Drake London could be a wonderful pairing.