Falcons shock Packers in Michael Penix Jr.’s return from ACL

After 1 of the most futile offensive stretches in league history over the 1^st 2 weeks of the campaign, Atlanta looked reborn in a 35-14 victory against the Green Bay Packers on TNF at Lambeau Field. Michael Penix Jr.’s return from a torn ACL reignited the organization’s offense in an impressive performance on the road in primetime vs. a depleted Green Bay team competing without star Micah Parsons and RB Josh Jacobs.

Michael was 18-of-25 passing for 256 yards with a TD and a pick. Penix settled down after throwing an interception on his 3^rd pass.

ATLANTA PUTS ON A SHOW AT LAMBEAU 🔥

The Falcons put up 35 points, the most the Packers have allowed in a home opener since 1971. pic.twitter.com/8hHA8FNO6I

— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) September 25, 2026

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The Falcons quarterback opened the running game, which was dominant for 244 yards.

Atlanta, in their 1^st 2 matches in the current campaign led by 3^rd-string QB Cooper Rush, scored 16 combined points, an NFL low. The Falcons have 17 points by halftime vs. Green Bay. The team also ended a 27-drive streak without a red zone snap, tied for the 2nd-longest streak to begin a campaign over the last 45 seasons.

Drake London's performance tonight:

9 receptions and a career-high 194 yards 🔥 pic.twitter.com/kh5n2QiqUr

— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) September 25, 2026