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Falcons select Tua Tagovailoa as Week 1 starter; Michael Penix Jr. will be inactive vs. Steelers
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Maura Carey, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· September 7, 2026
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Key points Coach Kevin Stefanski outlined the team's quarterback plans, indicating Cooper Rush will serve as backup. A quarterback competition has concluded with Tua Tagovailoa chosen to start.
A quarterback competition has concluded with Tua Tagovailoa chosen to start. The team's decision was made after a lengthy evaluation process. Coach Kevin Stefanski outlined the team's quarterback plans, indicating Cooper Rush will serve as backup. Michael Penix Jr, who previously started games, will not be active due to his recovery status.
The team's choice for starter was influenced by practice participation, with Tagovailoa receiving more practice reps. Penix had been cleared for certain drills but did not appear in preseason games.
Further information on the team's quarterback situation is available from the source, including comments from the coach and details on the players' preparation.
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Category: News Published: September 7, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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