Jack Strand Promoted to Backup QB Duties for Falcons in Week 1

Atlanta Falcons undrafted rookie quarterback Jack Strand out of Minnesota State-Moorhead is set to serve as the primary backup in Sunday's Week 1 opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Strand elevates up the depth chart with starter Tua Tagovailoa ruled out due to an oblique injury and Michael Penix recovering from an ACL tear, leaving Strand directly behind emergency starter Cooper Rush, who is battling back spasms.