Adam Schefter
@AdamSchefter
• Verified NFL Insider
"Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski told reporters today that Tua Tagovailoa will be the starter, Cooper Rush will be the backup, and Michael Penix will be inactive Sunday. Penix is not physically ready."
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Depth QB1 • Starter
Active
Tua Tagovailoa
#1 • Left-Handed QBAssigned first-team practice reps and starter snap share by HC Kevin Stefanski.
Designated Role:
Primary Game Starter
Projected Snap Share:
100% (65/65)
Passer Rating Index:
101.4
✓ Cleared & Ready for Sunday
Depth QB2 • Backup
Active Roster
Cooper Rush
#10 • Veteran QBElevated to active primary backup behind Tua Tagovailoa for Sunday's matchup.
Designated Role:
Dressed Backup
Projected Snap Share:
0% (0/65)
Emergency Protocol:
QB2 Active Reps
✓ Active on Game Day
Depth QB3 • Inactive
Not Ready
Michael Penix Jr.
#9 • QBReported inactive for Sunday by Stefanski: "Penix is not physically ready."
42%
0% (Injured)
50% (Limited)
85%+ (Cleared)
Status Classification:
Inactive (Physical Rehab)
Hierarchy Prediction:
QB3 Inactive
✕ Inactive for Sunday
Offensive Snap & Hierarchy Scenario Simulator
Model the impact of Michael Penix Jr.'s recovery progress on Sunday's quarterback rotation
Active Game-Day QBs
2 (Tua, Rush)
Penix inactive on sideline
Projected Playoff Passer Rating
98.2 RTG
Estimated under current starter reps
Return-to-Play Timeline
1–2 Weeks
Needs >80% readiness to dress
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Personnel Comparison & Status Breakdown
Head Coach: Kevin Stefanski| Quarterback | Official Role | Readiness | Sunday Status | Projected Snaps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tua Tagovailoa | Starter (QB1) | 100% | Active (Starter) | 65 |
| Cooper Rush | Backup (QB2) | 100% | Active (Backup) | 0 |
| Michael Penix Jr. | Inactive (QB3) | 42% | Inactive (Not physically ready) | 0 |