Michael Penix Jr.‘s debut on Monday Night Football couldn’t have ended any better. The quarterback delivered a stellar performance at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, leading the Atlanta Falcons to a statement win over none other than Josh Allen’s Buffalo Bills — a result that sends a clear message to the rest of the NFL.
Sean McDermott’s squad was seen as one of the toughest challenges the Falcons would face during this stretch of the season — but it certainly didn’t look that way. From the very first snap, the home team took control and never let up, sealing an impressive 24–14 victory.
Following the win, the former Huskies standout spoke to the media, reflecting on his team’s performance. He praised his teammates for their effort and made it clear: Atlanta is aiming big this year.
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