A difficult recovery, an emotional preseason and an early interception couldn't derail Penix, who helped the Falcons snap the Packers' 13-game home-opener winning streak.
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The main takeaways and observations from Atlanta's first victory of the 2026 season.
Cornerback Billy Bowman Jr. will make his debut for the Falcons on Thursday night against the Packers ...
The Falcons will take on the Green Bay Packers Thursday night in their first of three straight prime-time games.
The veteran quarterback -- who will act as Michael Penix Jr.'s backup -- did not receive a game designation.
Starting right tackle Jawaan Taylor and defensive end Brandon Dorlus returned to full participation status, too.
The division is split heading into Week 3.
In a corresponding move, the team has signed DL Zach Harrison to the active roster.
The Falcons will travel to Green Bay to face the Packers on Thursday Night Football.
Atlanta is on a short week as they prepare to face the Green Bay Packers on Thursday Night Football.