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Tua Tagovailoa to Start vs. Dolphins, Penix Jr. Won't Play

Published August 26, 2026 · Updated August 26, 2026 · NBC Sports

Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed Tua Tagovailoa will start the preseason finale against the Miami Dolphins, with Michael Penix Jr. sitting out the game to focus on practice drills.

Stefanski announced Tua will start, followed by Cooper Rush and rookie Jack Strand. Michael Penix Jr., who advanced to 11-on-11 drills this week, will remain on the sideline to maintain focus. newssport.cv

Stefanski praised Penix's progress but emphasized keeping the Week 1 starter decision day-to-day.

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