Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will not participate in the team's final preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, as confirmed by head coach Raheem Morris. Morris believes that Penix has had sufficient exposure during joint practices and the previous preseason game against the Miami Dolphins. Penix, the No. 8 overall pick in the draft, is viewed as the team's quarterback of the future but will not start in the upcoming season, with veteran Kirk Cousins taking the lead.

• Michael Penix Jr. is being developed carefully and will not play in the final preseason game.
• Head coach Raheem Morris is prioritizing practice reps over preseason game time for key players.