Michael Penix Jr. injury update: Falcons QB likely to start this week vs. Bears, but status could change
Penix suffered a rib injury during the Week 5 overtime loss to Baltimore
Reported by 2 outlets
Also reported by The Athletic
After their quarterback couldn't finish Sunday night's overtime loss to the Baltimore Ravens due to a rib injury, the Atlanta Falcons are getting some positive news relating to Michael Penix Jr.'s status for Week 6. On Wednesday, head coach Kevin Stefanski said Penix is "feeling better" and that, if "everything goes according to plan," he will start on Sunday against the Chicago Bears .
"Mike will practice," Stefanski said to begin his Wednesday press conference. "He'll be limited in some fashion. We'll see how he's feeling and have communication with him to see how many reps we'll take off…
