Recently, it was announced that Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr . would be out for the remainder of the season due to a partially torn ACL, which will require surgery. Penix Jr. has already undergone two ACL surgeries previously in his career when he was in college, and it remains to be seen if he will be able to be the same player for the Falcons once he recovers.

The Penix Jr. injury has opened the door for last year's primary starting quarterback, Kirk Cousins , to reassume that role for Atlanta moving forward for the rest of this season.

Recently, Cousins spoke on the Penix Jr. injury and had some kind words for the young quarterback.

“Got a good opportunity against the Saints this week. But wanted to acknowledge how tough the injury is for Michael (Penix Jr.)

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