Falcons' Michael Penix Inactive for Week 8 Due to Knee Injury; Cousins Starts

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has been officially ruled inactive for Sunday's Week 8 game against the Dolphins due to a knee injury. A report on Saturday had already indicated his absence, which the Falcons confirmed 90 minutes before kickoff. As a result, Kirk Cousins will make his first start since being benched in favor of Penix after Week 15 of the 2024 season, stepping in for Penix. Easton Stick will serve as the No. 2 quarterback for the game.