Michael Penix Jr., who is eight months removed from tearing his ACL in November, is further along in his recovery than his doctor expected.

Cooper Rush, 32, has spent parts of eight seasons in the NFL, most recently with the Baltimore Ravens in 2025, after being signed by the Dallas Cowboys in 2017.

With Tagovailoa not practicing and Michael Penix Jr. still held out from 11-on-11 practice, the Falcons’ lone healthy quarterback is Jack Strand

The veteran quarterback's departure leaves three QBs on the Falcons’ roster, including Michael Penix Jr., Tua Tagovailoa and undrafted rookie Jack Strand.

Training camp for the Atlanta Falcons opens Wednesday with the first practices at Flowery Branch.

10 practices in Flowery Branch will be open to the public, but you will need a ticket.

Falcons training camp begins Wednesday, with a focus on staying hydrated and healthy (unlike last camp) and jelling under new coach Kevin Stefanski.

Atlanta Falcons players feel a welcomed difference this year. The coaches do too.

Storylines to follow as the Atlanta Falcons near the start of training camp include the quarterback battle, what happens at linebacker and right tackle, and the rookie class.

Atlanta had the fourth-worst special teams in the NFL by one metric — expected points added — and used three kickers last season.