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ArticleFantasy Football Injury Report & Updates: Week 2 (2026)
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Michael Penix Jr. missed the season opener against Pittsburgh as he continues to finalize his recovery from the torn ACL he suffered last November. Though he was a full participant in practices leading up to Week 1, he and the coaching staff opted for caution to ensure he reaches 100% confidence in the joint. With Tua Tagovailoa battling an oblique injury, Penix is actively targeting a return for either Week 2 or Week 3.
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Penix targeting Week 2 or 3 return from torn ACL; full practice participation required.

Penix missed the season opener against Pittsburgh as he continues recovery from a torn ACL suffered last November. Though he was a full participant in practices leading up to Week 1, he and the coaching staff opted for caution to ensure 100% confidence in the joint. With Tua Tagovailoa battling an oblique injury, Penix is actively targeting a return for either Week 2 or Week 3. If he logs a clean, full slate of practices this week without setbacks, he could be in the mix to take over under center against Carolina.

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