Today’s NFL preseason slate features the Atlanta Falcons taking on the Detroit Lions , live from Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. Kickoff for this game takes place at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET (5 p.m. MT) on Friday, August 8, with an exclusive broadcast on NFL+ Premium .

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Who’s playing tonight for the Falcons and Lions?

Former University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. heads into the preseason as QB1, ahead of Kirk Cousins. Both players are likely to get some snaps in today’s game, but it is unclear how far Penix will go yet

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