Atlanta Falcons Find Offensive Rhythm

Atlanta Falcons have found an offensive rhythm with Michael Penix Jr. back under center.

Penix Averages 31 Points Per Game

Falcons have averaged 31 points per game since Penix returned to starting lineup in Week 3.

Penix Earns NFC Offensive Player of Week

His most recent performance earned him an NFC Offensive Player of the Week nod.

Penix and Rees Build Trust

Penix said they've been very close since Rees got here.

“We've been very close since he got here. It's always been, with the quarterback and offensive coordinator, y'all got to be hand in hand”

Rees Encourages Open Communication

Rees has encouraged Penix to speak openly about game plan with him.

“With Tommy, he's always like, 'Hey, tell me things that you don't like, and it won't be called. We'll take it off the play sheet.' So he's always thinking about the things that I like”

Penix Chooses Play Calls

Penix gives Rees his favorite play calls to call first.

“Obviously, I give him my favorite play calls, so I will get those plays called first, and then he starts drizzling in some of the things that he likes based on the game plan and stuff like that”

Penix Records 9 Touchdowns

Through Week 7, Penix had nine touchdown passes against one interception.

Rees Emphasizes Play Call Confidence

Rees believes confidence in play call is critical for Penix.

“I never want to call a play that you don't have full belief or confidence in”