As there had been injuries dealt to the Atlanta Falcons , one that has concerned fans is the one to quarterback Michael Penix Jr ., who had been put on injured reserve. With some inklings that the Falcons signal-caller would be out for the season , those fears are now realized.

According to Wednesday's statement by Atlanta itself, Penix “will undergo” surgery for a partially torn ACL that will have him out for the rest of the season.

“After further medical evaluation, it has been determined Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will undergo season-ending surgery for a partially torn ACL,” the statement read.

One important note from NFL Network's Ian Rapoport is that Penix's timeline has him for the start of next season, saying that the team “will have a secure backup pl

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