The Falcons came up short while facing their NFC South rival Buccaneers on Sunday, but quarterback Michael Penix Jr. left an impression in the game, including on Tampa quarterback Baker Mayfield.
Making his fourth career start, Penix completed 27 of 42 passes for 298 yards and a touchdown against the Buccaneers. When the Falcons were trailing toward the end of the third quarter, Penix led them down the field on a field goal drive and then touchdown drive to take a 20-17 lead.
