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Michael Penix Jr. talks love, golf & playoff goals

Michael Penix Jr. talks love, golf & playoff goals

Yahoo4 days ago
This week In the Nest, Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. gets personal about his offseason engagement, hosting a youth camp in Tampa, and his fierce obsession with golf. He also opens up about his chemistry with teammates like Kyle Pitts, navigating outside noise, and the playoff hunger driving the team's energy this year. Watch Rise Up Tonight most Thursdays during the Falcons football season following FOX 5 News Edge at 11 on FOX Local.
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