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The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast fantasy football takes on Michael Penix Jr.
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All The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast insights about Michael Penix Jr.
NegativeProjectionOct 3, 2026
Falcons-Saints matchup has significant uncertainty around what Penix's offense will look like; JJ Zachariason highlights this as a key fantasy-relevant game with much up in the air about the Falcons' offensive scheme.PositiveRoleSep 26, 2026
Michael Penix returned to the Falcons and showed improvement as the game progressed; he ran more under-center plays, which JJ Zachariason believes may indicate offensive coordinator Zach Robinson's limitations and suggest better offensive efficiency going forward.NegativeMatchupSep 24, 2026
JJ Zachariason notes that Michael Penix returning to the lineup makes the Packers defense a scary option for Week 3, despite their high-ceiling potential.PositiveUsageAug 28, 2026
JJ Zachariason notes that Drake London's fantasy production is tied to Michael Penix, as London's efficiency metrics are elite when Penix is the quarterback.NegativeProjectionJul 23, 2026
JJ Zachariason expresses skepticism about Penix's NFL performance to date, stating he's 'not sold' on him and hasn't been 'inspired' by what Penix has shown; notes Penix has also struggled with injury durability, suggesting limited upside for Falcons passing game contributors.NegativeProjectionJul 23, 2026
Zachariason expresses skepticism about Michael Penix's NFL performance, questioning what Penix has shown so far. Zachariason notes Penix had one good game but is not sold on his long-term viability, suggesting uncertainty about his role in the Lions offense.NegativeRoleNo date
Penix cleared for 7-on-7 drills and threw a nice pass to Zachariah Branch; JJ Zachariason notes this opens the door for Penix in the Falcons QB room, though he remains not super bullish on any Falcons QB option and prefers Tua under center for Bijan and Drake London.