Atlanta Falcons face quarterback uncertainty due to injuries

The Atlanta Falcons are facing significant uncertainty at the quarterback position heading into their Week 2 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. The team is managing multiple injuries to its primary options.

Michael Penix Jr. remains sidelined as he recovers from a knee injury that ended his previous season, though the organization reportedly intends for him to be the long-term starter once healthy. Tua Tagovailoa is currently considered day-to-day after suffering an oblique injury, which has kept him from practicing.

Veteran Cooper Rush, who filled in during the Week 1 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers while dealing with back spasms, remains a potential option if the other quarterbacks are unable to play. During the opener, Rush struggled, completing 12 of 22 passes and throwing two interceptions.

Despite the quarterback struggles, running back Bijan Robinson has emerged as a central offensive force, accounting for 65.8% of the team's total yards from scrimmage in the season opener.