Posted on Dec 18

Giants to start Drew Lock against Falcons, Michael Penix Jr. named Falcons' QB

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Drew Lock to start for Giants against Falcons, while Michael Penix Jr. takes the helm for Atlanta.

Why it matters: The quarterback changes bring new dynamics and expectations to both teams' offenses, with key players returning from injuries and rookies stepping into starting roles.

What's new: The Giants will be relying on Drew Lock as their starting quarterback against the Falcons, while the Falcons have named Michael Penix Jr. as their starter over Kirk Cousins.

Yes, but: Both quarterbacks come with their own challenges and uncertainties.

Lock missed the previous game due to injuries, including a heel injury and a left elbow problem.
Penix Jr. is a rookie making his first NFL start after being overlooked by several teams in the draft.

What to watch: How Lock and Penix Jr. handle the pressure and deliver in their respective games will be crucial for their teams' success.

Lock has shown potential in the past, but consistency has been an issue.
Penix Jr. has the opportunity to prove himself against a team that passed on him in the draft.

What's next: The performance of Lock and Penix Jr. could influence future decisions regarding the quarterback position for both teams.

Tommy DeVito, who started for the Giants before getting injured, may serve as Lock's backup if he continues progressing through the concussion protocol.
The Giants, currently on a nine-game losing streak, are expected to address the quarterback position in the upcoming draft.

The bottom line: Quarterback play is critical in the NFL, and the Giants and Falcons are counting on Lock and Penix Jr. to lead their offenses to victory.

Their performances can impact the trajectory of their teams' seasons and potentially shape the future of the quarterback position for both organizations.

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Giants to start Drew Lock against Falcons, Michael Penix Jr. named Falcons' QB

Drew Lock to start for Giants against Falcons, while Michael Penix Jr. takes the helm for Atlanta.

Why it matters: The quarterback changes bring new dynamics and expectations to both teams' offenses, with key players returning from injuries and rookies stepping into starting roles.

What's new: The Giants will be relying on Drew Lock as their starting quarterback against the Falcons, while the Falcons have named Michael Penix Jr. as their starter over Kirk Cousins.

Yes, but: Both quarterbacks come with their own challenges and uncertainties.

Lock missed the previous game due to injuries, including a heel injury and a left elbow problem.

Penix Jr. is a rookie making his first NFL start after being overlooked by several teams in the draft.

What to watch: How Lock and Penix Jr. handle the pressure and deliver in their respective games will be crucial for their teams' success.

Lock has shown potential in the past, but consistency has been an issue.

Penix Jr. has the opportunity to prove himself against a team that passed on him in the draft.

What's next: The performance of Lock and Penix Jr. could influence future decisions regarding the quarterback position for both teams.

Tommy DeVito, who started for the Giants before getting injured, may serve as Lock's backup if he continues progressing through the concussion protocol.

The Giants, currently on a nine-game losing streak, are expected to address the quarterback position in the upcoming draft.

The bottom line: Quarterback play is critical in the NFL, and the Giants and Falcons are counting on Lock and Penix Jr. to lead their offenses to victory.

Their performances can impact the trajectory of their teams' seasons and potentially shape the future of the quarterback position for both organizations.