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Tua Tagovailoa to start preseason finale, Michael Penix Jr. won't play

Published August 26, 2026 · Updated August 26, 2026 · NBC Sports

Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski announced that Tua Tagovailoa will start the preseason finale against the Miami Dolphins.

Tua Tagovailoa will lead the Atlanta Falcons in Friday's preseason finale against the Miami Dolphins, while rookie Michael Penix Jr. will not play. Head coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed the rotation, with Cooper Rush and Jack Strand also set to see action. amunra.help

Stefanski explained that Penix, who recently returned to team drills, needs more time before a starting quarterback is named for the regular season.

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