Falcons Face Key Injuries Ahead Miami Dolphins Game

The Atlanta Falcons are preparing for their Sunday game against the Miami Dolphins with quarterback Michael Penix Jr. listed as questionable due to a knee injury sustained in their recent loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Despite Penix's limited practice participation and uncertainty about his mobility, he has expressed confidence in playing, while head coach Raheem Morris emphasized protecting Penix from further harm if he isn't fully ready. Backup quarterback Kirk Cousins has been taking significant reps in practice as a precaution and would start if Penix is unable to play, marking Cousins' first start in over 10 months. Other key player updates include the activation of safety Jordan Fuller and the placement of inside linebacker Divine Deablo on injured reserve due to a forearm fracture. Wide receiver Darnell Mooney returned from a hamstring injury and is off the injury report, while running back Tyler Allgeier and defensive lineman Zach Harrison remain questionable. The Falcons aim to reset their season against the struggling Dolphins, with the game kickoff scheduled for Sunday at 1:00 p.m. ET.