Michael Penix Jr. may be option for Week 3

Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. (knee) may be available for the Week 3 game and is the team's preferred starting quarterback when healthy, according to sources. SOURCE: Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter - ESPN Why It Matters: Penix Jr. has been recovering from a serious injury but has been practic

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Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. (knee) may be available for the Week 3 game and is the team's preferred starting quarterback when healthy, according to sources.

SOURCE: Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter - ESPN

Why It Matters: Penix Jr. has been recovering from a serious injury but has been practicing over the last few weeks. Fantasy players should monitor his practice participation during the week to see if he is ready to play. He can be a No. 2 fantasy quarterback in leagues when he plays.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Michael Penix Jr. may be option for Week 3