Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Lands at Bottom of Pile During Joint-Practice Scuffle with Titans
Michael Penix Jr. engaged in a physical scuffle after trash talk following a long pass during joint practice, with teammates stepping in to support him, coaches noted his leadership.
- On Wednesday, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. was involved in a scuffle with the Tennessee Titans during their second joint practice at the Flowery Branch, Georgia facility.
- Penix said he “blacked out” after trash talk erupted when he connected with Ray-Ray McCloud III, sparking a scuffle with Titans defenders.
- Williams said Penix is competitive and has always told him he's a football player first, but Williams said Penix has to realize that he's "the CEO" of the offense and has to run the show. He can't risk his body in something like that.
- Morris indicated Penix will miss Friday’s preseason contest, and backup Kirk Cousins may also be held out after the two split most of the snaps in team drills.
- Callahan indicated players from last week's 29-7 Tampa Bay loss will face the Falcons on Friday, with Tennessee players vowing increased intensity in the next practice.
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Falcons: Michael Penix Jr. involved in scuffle at joint practice with Titans
The Falcons had their second joint practice with the Titans on Wednesday after dominating Tennessee on Tuesday. This one, however, was a little more intense. There were several scuffles throughout, including one that involved Falcons starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. Big brawl just happened. Michael Penix Jr. looked like he was right in the middle of it and might’ve taken some shots. Biggest fight I’ve seen so far between #Falcons and #Tit…
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