Joe Patrick on Football on 92.9 The Game

The Atlanta Falcons fell in their season opener on the road to the Pittsburgh Steelers 20-13. The passing game was completely ineffective under emergency starting quarterback Cooper Rush, while Bijan Robinson and the Falcons defense did their best to keep the game within arms reach. We react to the good and bad in today's instant reaction episode.

With the NFL regular season just days away, the Atlanta Falcons hit major turbulence in their preparation after Tua Tagovailoa suffered an oblique injury in the early portion of Thursday's practice. Reserve QB Cooper Rush took all the snaps with the starters in Tua's absence, and the injury throws question marks into the futures of the entire Falcons quarterback room and offensive skill positions.

The Atlanta Falcons continued gearing up for the start of the NFL regular season that will begin for them on Sunday where the team is the headliner of FOX's 1 p.m. slate across the country. In the game, the Falcons will put several of their rookies to the test with important roles, including Avieon Terrell, Zachariah Branch, Kendal Daniels and Harold Perkins Jr. Joe dives into that, plus more on the quarterback situation that has found some temporary structure as Michael Penix Jr. awaits his return.

The NFL regular season has finally arrived this week, and with it the Falcons have named their starting quarterback to face the Pittsburgh Steelers in Tua Tagovailoa. However, it wasn't exactly a ringing endorsement of the former Dolphins signal-caller from Head Coach Kevin Stefanski. Michael Penix later revealed he does not yet feel ready to play. Today we break down what was said by Stefanski and Penix and what it means for the entirety of the quarterback room.

The Atlanta Falcons begin the NFL regular season in just 10 days when they'll face TJ Watt and the Pittsburgh Steelers and are the the only NFL team that is yet to name its Week 1 starting quarterback. General Manager Ian Cunningham spoke to media Wednesday about the tough decision made to the roster over the last few days since preseason ended. Joe Patrick breaks it all down in today's episode of Joe Patrick on Football.

The Atlanta Falcons certainly have more work to do to the roster before they're ready to head to Pittsburgh to battle the Steelers in Week 1, but the team announced their official 53-man roster Sunday to set the table for the season. Joe Patrick discusses the surprising choices and what General Manager Ian Cunningham might be thinking heading into a busy week of more transactions.

The Atlanta Falcons wrapped up its preseason with a second stright win, this time 17-12 over the Miami Dolphins. But the big question on everyone's mind was whether Tua Tagovailoa would put on a display worthy of being the team's starting quarterback. And despite good passing numbers, Tua critically fumbled and turned the ball over on the team's second drive. Does that seal his fate?

Atlanta Falcons will wrap up preseason action Friday night with the starting quarterback situation remaining unresolved as the team heads into preparation to play the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 1. And despite returning to full practice today, Head Coach Kevin Stefanski said Michael Penix Jr. wouldn't play any snaps in Friday's action against the Dolphins... .but the tea leaves suggest the door isn't closed (and far from it) for the third-year QB to make the start under center in the season opener. Joe Patrick discusses that and more from today's practice, including the heartwrenching story that led EDGE defender Za'Darius Smith to Atlanta. Share, Thumbs Up & Subscribe to 92.9 the Game for New Content Daily! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@929TheGame Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/929thegame/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@92.9thegame Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/929thegame/ Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/929thegame

The Atlanta Falcons are just a few days away from its final preseason game against the Miami Dolphins, after which the key decisions will be made as to who makes the team -- and who starts at quarterback for a Week 1 matchup in Pittsburgh against the Steelers. Joe Patrick shares what happened at a lively day at Falcons camp with a lot of work done on the field. Share, Thumbs Up & Subscribe to 92.9 the Game for New Content Daily! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@929TheGame Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/929thegame/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@92.9thegame Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/929thegame/ Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/929thegame

The Atlanta Falcons have just two full practices left before the team hits the field for its final game of preseason Friday night against the Miami Dolphins. Michael Penix made his return just in time to make an impression before Kevin Stefanski officially names a Week 1 starting quarterback. Joe Patrick discusses what happened during Penix's return and how the quarterback room is shaking out. Share, Thumbs Up & Subscribe to 92.9 the Game for New Content Daily! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@929TheGame Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/929thegame/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@92.9thegame Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/929thegame/ Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/929thegame

The Atlanta Falcons got back on track in their preseason results with a dominant 34-6 win over the Indianapolis Colts Saturday, with some standout performances to go with it. Joe Patrick breaks down the game, and shares a vital update from Kevin Stefanski postgame that Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has been fully cleared and will return to 11v11 live scrimmaging on Monday. Share, Thumbs Up & Subscribe to 92.9 the Game for New Content Daily! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@929TheGame Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/929thegame/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@92.9thegame Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/929thegame/ Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/929thegame

The Atlanta Falcons are looking to put their opening preseason loss against the Denver Broncos behind them this week as they pack up to travel to Indianapolis for joint practices with the Colts. But questions remain -- and are potentially renewed -- about the status of the team's Week 1 starter at quarterback after Tua Tagovailoa's disappointing performance. Questions Share, Thumbs Up & Subscribe to 92.9 the Game for New Content Daily! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@929TheGame Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/929thegame/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@92.9thegame Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/929thegame/ Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/929thegame

The Atlanta Falcons started its preseason schedule on the wrong foot with a 27-7 loss to the Denver Broncos at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Tua Tagovailoa and the first team offense looked sloppy and ineffective. On the other side of the ball, the Broncos starters pummeled the Falcons en route to a 24-0 halftime lead in what was ultimately an ugly way to start the preseason for Kevin Stefanski. Share, Thumbs Up & Subscribe to 92.9 the Game for New Content Daily! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@929TheGame Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/929thegame/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@92.9thegame Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/929thegame/ Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/929thegame

The Atlanta Falcons are set to hit the field at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Friday night against the Denver Broncos. Head Coach Kevin Stefanski revealed Wednesday that starters would play a part, including quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. Joe digs into that, then answers questions in the mailbag about offensive line, cornerbacks and more. Share, Thumbs Up & Subscribe to 92.9 the Game for New Content Daily! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@929TheGame Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/929thegame/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@92.9thegame Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/929thegame/ Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/929thegame

As Atlanta Falcons continues, new storylines emerge as players miss time and others gain an opportunity because of it. After rookie linebackers Harold Perkins Jr. and Kendal Daniels have seen increased time with losses on defense, fellow Day 3 rookie Ethan Onianwa is now repping with Falcons starters at right tackle as Jawaan Taylor is yet to feature this summer. While Kevin Stefanski has praised the veteran's presence in meetings, it can't hurt Onianwa's case that he's risen to get such high quality reps. That and more on today's Joe Patrick on Football. Share, Thumbs Up & Subscribe to 92.9 the Game for New Content Daily! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@929TheGame Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/929thegame/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@92.9thegame Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/929thegame/ Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/929thegame

The Atlanta Falcons are officially into a game week with its first preseason game coming to Mercedes-Benz Stadium Friday night. On today's show, we think about how explosive the Falcons offense can be under offensive coordinator Tommy Rees, whose appointment was met by a fair share of criticism from Falcons fans. How will Tua and potentially Penix be able to shine in that setup? Plus, some injury news to discuss as Divine Deablo is the latest player who is forced to miss action. Share, Thumbs Up & Subscribe to 92.9 the Game for New Content Daily! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@929TheGame Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/929thegame/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@92.9thegame Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/929thegame/ Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/929thegame

The Atlanta Falcons were back on the field popping pads at training camp Friday as the team is now one week away from its first preseason game - the only game they'll play at Mercedes-Benz Stadium before the regular season. Today we break down how the Falcons linebacker rotation is looking in the wake of having lost Jalon Walker, and how Jeff Ulbrich will be forced to get creative to replace the second-year former Dawg. Plus, standouts from the day's practice, and more on how Kevin Stefanski's stance on training camp and preseason is a stark departure from the Raheem Morris regime.

Atlanta Falcons training camp heated up Wednesday as the team tackled to the ground in practice for the first time many in the media can remember. We break down all the action, and also discuss the atest happenings with James Pearce Jr. as team president Greg Beadles revealed they expect to hear from the NFL soon. Share, Thumbs Up & Subscribe to 92.9 the Game for New Content Daily! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@929TheGame Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/929thegame/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@92.9thegame Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/929thegame/ Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/929thegame

Atlanta Falcons training camp took a turn for the worse Tuesday after practice was halted early following a major injury to second-year linebacker Jalon Walker. We analyze the repercussions, in addition to positive news about the team finally signing RB Bijan Robinson to a new 3-year contract extension. Plus more developments in the quarterback battle. Share, Thumbs Up & Subscribe to 92.9 the Game for New Content Daily! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@929TheGame Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/929thegame/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@92.9thegame Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/929thegame/ Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/929thegame

Atlanta Falcons Training Camp kicked off its second week by putting the pads on players for the first time, and with it came a livelier, more intense practice. And even though Michael Penix Jr. remains limited in his participation to 7-7 and individual periods, he showed his talents with a couple long touchdown passes. Plus more on the injury front, and more reaction to the Matthew Bergeron megadeal signed on Saturday. Share, Thumbs Up & Subscribe to 92.9 the Game for New Content Daily! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@929TheGame Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/929thegame/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@92.9thegame Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/929thegame/ Follow on X/Twitter: https://x.com/929thegame