Last year, Michael Penix Jr made his NFL debut in garbage time against the Seattle Seahawks. This year, the former University of Washington star quarterback won’t be facing Seattle as a starter.

Following Sunday’s loss to the Carolina Panthers, it was revealed that Penix suffered a knee injury that will most likely end his season. He’d already missed a game due to a bone bruise in his left knee, and not only has he re-aggravated that injury, he’s also damaged his ACL and faces full reconstructive surgery.

Local Atlanta media is reporting a partial ACL tear for Penix, which would be the third time he’s torn his ACL dating back to college. For all of his incredible talent, his extensive injury history was a legitimate concern heading into the draft, and there was undoubtedly interest among

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