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NFL world reacts to Michael Penix Jr. throwing at rookie minicamp
TL;DR
Michael Penix Jr. was seen throwing at the Atlanta Falcons' rookie minicamp, indicating a strong recovery from his ACL injury. Fans are divided over the quarterback competition with Tua Tagovailoa, both having finished the previous season with similar passer ratings.
Key points
- Michael Penix Jr. was seen throwing at rookie minicamp
- He is recovering from a partial ACL reconstruction
- Tua Tagovailoa signed a one-year deal with the Falcons
- Both quarterbacks had similar passer ratings last season
- Fan reactions indicate a divided opinion on the starting QB
Atlanta FalconsMichael Penix Jr.Tua Tagovailoa
The Atlanta Falcons are wrapping up their rookie minicamp this weekend at their facility in Flowery Branch, Georgia, and a few veterans were in attendance. Aside from the three veteran tryout players, Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. was spotted throwing the football at Saturday's camp session. Penix, who's working his way back from a partial ACL reconstruction, clearly is not taking the quarterback competition lightly. The team signed Tua Tagovailoa to a one-year deal for the veteran minimum, but the fans have been split over who will start this season. The two quarterbacks both finished the 2025 season with a passer rating of 88.5. Tagovailoa had the superior completion percentage, but Penix had a better touchdown-to-interception ratio. While Tagovailoa has the health advantage, Penix's presence at minicamp bodes well for his chances. Many assumed the third-year QB would be sidelined for the majority of training camp, but with two and a half months before camp starts, he may be close to 100 percent by then.
NFL world reacts to Penix throwing at rookie minicamp
Here's how fans around the league reacted to Penix throwing at the Falcons' rookie minicamp over the weekend.
Michael Penix was seen throwing at camp yesterday. pic.twitter.com/h22EpfjHsg
— Everything Georgia (@GAFollowers) May 10, 2026 #Dirtybirds fans Penix is otw…QB battle in his favor…he’s already throwing…we can finally take a deep breathe QB1 has arrived again🤧 pic.twitter.com/KaRd4Qw342
— Offszn! (@ATL\_4Real) May 10, 2026 There's roughly 70 more days before actual training camp. Things are trending much faster than the doubters kept saying. And that's because they aren't doctors and don't know anything about MPJs status. Just blowing smoke.
— Brad (@bbones2828) May 10, 2026 Yeah… Tua gonna have to learn bench this season… London ain’t gonna let him take Penix away from him if he’s already throwing this early!!!
Q&A
What is Michael Penix Jr.'s injury status for the upcoming NFL season?
Michael Penix Jr. is recovering from a partial ACL reconstruction and was spotted throwing at minicamp, suggesting he may be close to 100% by training camp.
How did Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa perform last season?
Both quarterbacks finished the 2025 season with a passer rating of 88.5, but Tagovailoa had a better completion percentage while Penix had a superior touchdown-to-interception ratio.
What are fans saying about the quarterback competition between Penix and Tagovailoa?
Fans are expressing mixed opinions, with some believing Penix's early throwing at minicamp gives him an advantage in the competition for the starting job.
