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Falcons select Tua Tagovailoa as Week 1 starter; Michael Penix Jr. will be inactive vs. Steelers
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· September 7, 2026
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Key points : The Atlanta Falcons have announced their starting quarterback for Week 1. He previously started nine games for the Falcons before suffering a season-ending injury in 2025.
From Flowery Branch, Ga.: The Atlanta Falcons have announced their starting quarterback for Week 1. Tua Tagovailoa will lead the team against the Pittsburgh Steelers. This decision follows a monthslong competition with Michael Penix Jr.
Michael Penix Jr will be inactive for the game. He previously started nine games for the Falcons before suffering a season-ending injury in 2025.
Further details about the team's decision and plans are available from the source, including comments from the coach and more information about the upcoming game.
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Category: News Published: September 7, 2026 Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports Reading time: 1 min
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