Michael Penix Jr. named NFC Offensive Player of the Week

For the first time in his career, Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. has been named NFC Offensive Player of the Week. Penix had 3 passing touchdowns and a 73.5% completion percentage while throwing a season high 34 passes. It is the second time a member of the Falcons offense has won the award this season, following Bijan Robinson's performance in Week 3 against the Green Bay Packers. With the victory over the previously 6-0 49ers, Penix became the 3rd QB in the previous 25 years to have 3+ passing TD's and 0 INT's against a team that was 6-0 or better.