Atlanta Falcons quarterback [PERSON_NAME] has been fully cleared to practice, head coach [PERSON_NAME] said after Saturday’s 34-6 preseason win over the Indianapolis Colts.

Penix will participate in 11-on-11 team periods for the first time since his November ACL surgery. Having only done individual and 7-on-7 work since spring OTAs, he now competes equally. He planned to consult his doctor, evidently receiving positive news after three career knee injuries.

The Falcons signed [PERSON_NAME] to a one-year, $1.3 million deal this offseason to compete with Penix. Yet Tagovailoa remained the sole player running full drills since spring. Quarterbacks coach [PERSON_NAME] stated the contest could not truly begin until Penix was fully cleared, kicking off Monday.

Coach [PERSON_NAME] declined to say whether Penix will play Friday’s final preseason matchup at [ADDRESS]. Tagovailoa is expected to see action after a rough opener. On Saturday, Cooper Rush and undrafted rookie [PERSON_NAME] provided reliable play, helping secure the victory.