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The Atlanta Falcons are expected to start Kirk Cousins at quarterback in Week 8 vs. the Miami Dolphins, CBS Sports' Jonathan Jones reports, while Michael Penix Jr. remains sidelined with a bone bruise in his knee. It would be the veteran signal-caller's first start in more than 10 months since his benching.
Toward the end of Atlanta's loss to San Francisco on Sunday night, quarterback Michael Penix Jr. took low hits on multiple plays.
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Michael Penix Jr.'s TD pass to Bijan Robinson cuts into 49ers' lead
Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. connected with running back Bijan Robinson on a screen pass for a 10-yard touchdown in the third quarter. The score now sits at 13-10 in favor of San Francisco with the Falcons getting the ball right back after the defense forced a 49ers punt.