Though Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. threw an interception in his debut on Sunday, it wasn’t all his fault.
On a Third-and-2 at New York’s 7-yard line on the finish of the second quarter towards the New York Giants, Penix threw a fast move to tight finish Kyle Pitts. It was a well-thrown ball, however Pitts juggled it earlier than Giants cornerback Cor’Dale Flott intercepted it.
Earlier this week, Penix changed Falcons QB Kirk Cousins. In 14 begins, the four-time Professional Bowler is 7-7 and has tossed 18 landing passes and 16 interceptions. Getting into Sunday’s recreation, Atlanta ranked twenty first within the league in factors scored (20.9).
Nonetheless, Atlanta’s offense will proceed to falter if Pitts would not enhance. Via his first 14 video games, the fourth-year TE has 40 receptions for 536 yards and three TD catches. He additionally has 4 drops, per Pro Football Reference.
Penix — the eighth general choose of the 2024 NFL Draft — wants constant targets to assist him construct his confidence.
