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The spotlight then shifts to the Falcons’ decision to start rookie quarterback Michael Penix, which has sparked mixed reactions among Giant fans. Morash recalls the draft conversation surrounding Penix and highlights the pressure on a rookie stepping into his first NFL game, particularly against a struggling Giants defense.
Concerns About Penix
Bryce expresses skepticism, noting the historical struggles that rookie quarterbacks typically face in their debut games. The stats are not in their favor, with a record of combined successes that only sees one win from eight recent first-round quarterbacks in their first starts. However, he also acknowledges that Penix may benefit from playing against the Giants' less formidable defense.