Cooper Rush Splits First-Team Reps Ahead of Week 2

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Cooper Rush practiced fully Wednesday while managing back issues, splitting first-team reps with Michael Penix Jr. Rush completed 12 of 22 passes for 143 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions in a 20-13 Week 1 loss to Pittsburgh. Head coach Kevin Stefanski has declined to officially name a Week 2 starter against the Carolina Panthers as starter Tua Tagovailoa remains sidelined.