Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and tight end Kyle Pitts Jr. have spent a lot of time together this offseason, and the early returns are good.

Michael Penix Jr. is stepping into the starting quarterback role for the Atlanta Falcons, emphasizing control, hard work, and being the best version of himself to lead the team.

The Falcons selecting Michael Penix Jr. eighth overall last year made things awkward for Kirk Cousins and seemingly the quarterback room as a whole. This year, Penix himself, now