Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is expected to start the team’s Sunday matchup against the Chicago Bears, provided he experiences no setbacks from a rib injury during the week.
The Falcons confirmed that Penix Jr. will be cleared to play as long as his condition remains stable, indicating that the team will monitor his health closely leading up to the game.
The upcoming contest pits the Falcons against the Bears in a regular‑season NFL meeting, with both clubs looking to improve their records.
Penix Jr., who has been the Falcons’ primary signal‑caller this season, suffered the rib injury earlier in the week but has been cleared for practice under the team’s medical protocol.
Atlanta’s coaching staff said they will reassess the quarterback’s status before the game and will make any necessary adjustments if his injury worsens.
<small>Source: ESPN — read the original story there.</small>