Yahoo Sports NFL on Michael Penix Jr.

Penix returns from knee injury for season debut after poor backup QB play.

Penix is set to make his season debut in Week 3 after missing the first two games recovering from a knee injury that ended his 2025 campaign. His return comes after backup quarterbacks Cooper Rush and Jack Strand combined for a 55.6% completion percentage, 247 yards, 1 touchdown and 4 interceptions with a 38.2 passer rating over Weeks 1-2, signaling significant offensive improvement potential with Penix's return.

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