# Michael Penix Jr. and Tommy Rees Build Falcons' Offense

> Michael Penix Jr. and offensive coordinator Tommy Rees create offensive rhythm for Atlanta Falcons.
- Title: Michael Penix Jr. and Tommy Rees Build Falcons' Offense
- Summary: Michael Penix Jr. and offensive coordinator Tommy Rees create offensive rhythm for Atlanta Falcons.
- Keywords: michael penix jr, tommy rees, atlanta falcons, nfl, offensive coordinator, quarterback, play calls, touchdown passes, interceptions, sports, Michael, Penix
- Source: Atlanta Falcons On SI — https://si.com/nfl/falcons/onsi/michael-penix-jr-explains-how-new-offensive-coordinator-helps-fuel-falcons-offense
- Published: 2026-10-29T20:15:28+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: michael penix jr, tommy rees, atlanta falcons, nfl, offensive coordinator, quarterback, play calls, touchdown passes, interceptions, sports
## 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
## Key takeaway

Michael Penix Jr. and offensive coordinator Tommy Rees improve Atlanta Falcons' offense through communication and trust.