In a significant blow to the Atlanta Falcons, quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is set to undergo season-ending surgery on a partially torn ACL, effectively sidelining him for the remainder of the season. This injury has drastic implications for the Falcons, who will now rely on Kirk Cousins as their starting quarterback. With Penix placed on injured reserve and set to miss at least nine months, the team is left to navigate a challenging position as they reassess their options for the future. The Falcons have also signed former Buccaneers quarterback Kyle Trask to their practice squad and promoted Easton Stick to their active roster in response to the injury crisis.