Podcast appearances and mentions of Michael Penix Jr

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Training camp is underway, and the guys are digging through the biggest stories out of the first week of practices. Are the 49ers cursed (02:58)? How much impact is the substation (which looms over every 49ers practice) having on these injuries? After they break down Ricky Pearsall's season-ending surgery, Heifetz expresses his concerns about the 2024 wide receiver class (16:14). Then, it looks like Aaron Donald is trending toward returning to the Rams to play alongside Myles Garrett this season (30:59). Is Los Angeles ruining sports? Michael Penix Jr. could be out for another month (39:22). What would a Tua-led Falcons team look like for fantasy? Then, at long last, the guys are joined by ESPN's Mina Kimes to reveal the top four in the Hottest NFL QB Rankings (01:01:30). After they reveal the winner of the rankings and thank Lorne, Heifetz reveals a new theme month after the triumph of Millennial Bangers. Reminders: 1. LIVE SHOW COMING THIS MONTH: We'll be in Los Angeles for a live show at The Fonda Theatre in Hollywood on Thursday, August 27. Details here: https://www.theringer.com/events. Get your tickets now! Go, go, go. 2. DK ALERT. DK ALERT. That's right. DK joined the Discord. Don't miss out: https://discord.gg/BrcmaHFdqd 3. Bookmark our 2026 Fantasy Football Rankings (last updated August 3): https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseason 4. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @ringerfantasyfootball. Heifetz also posts his cat a bunch on @dannyheifetz. Verizon Simplicity Plan. One plan. One price. Learn more at verizon.com Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck Producers: Cameron Dinwiddie, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, Nikhil Behal, and Austin Gayle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit http://podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the 2nd hour of today's show, Carl and Mike report from Atlanta Falcons training camp to discuss Bijan Robinson's contract status and the team's commitment to their star running back. They examine the development of rookie Michael Penix Jr. and check in with linebacker Bralen Trice regarding his recovery from previous injuries. The duo also weighs in on the Atlanta Braves' potential moves at the trade deadline and previews expectations for the Georgia Bulldogs. 01:20 - Bralen Trice Injury History 02:54 - Bijan Robinson Trade Rumors 06:58 - Michael Penix Jr. Workload 10:48 - CBS NFL Analyst News 16:00 - Interview With Bralen Trice 20:05 - Braves Trade Deadline Strategy 28:46 - Day-Day's Mind: Spider-Man 39:40 - Georgia Bulldogs Season Outlook

Carl and Mike get back into some more Falcons talk as they share thoughts on why they believe there should be no expectation of Michael Penix Jr. to do anything spectacular in training camp right now due to the fact he has yet to be cleared for full participation, however understand why fans may be wanting to see more from the third-year QB.

Carl and Mike open the show with Falcons talk as they share thoughts on Day 3 of training camp and their conversation with Tua Tagovailoa, which they agree that after speaking with him, they understand why believe like the new Falcons QB. They then share thoughts on what they thought of the QB's, particularly Michael Penix Jr., who Mike believes did not look "all that great" however acknowledges he understands Penix Jr. was not in full speed 11v11 drills.

In the first hour of today's show, Dukes and Bell analyze day three of Atlanta Falcons training camp, featuring an interview with Tua Tagovailoa regarding his health and the new offensive scheme. They evaluate Michael Penix Jr.'s performance, Bijan Robinson's contract status, and provide a league-wide update with analyst Bryant McFadden. 01:50 - Falcons Camp Day Three 06:10 - Robinson Contract Hold In 12:20 - Supporting Coordinator Jeff Ulbrich 16:00 - Bryant McFadden Training Tour 24:30 - Cowboys And Raiders Analysis 32:10 - Tua Tagovailoa Exclusive Interview

Mike, Ali, and Beau react to all the news that came out of day two of Atlanta Falcons training camp, and explain why they think Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. saying that doctors told him that he's ahead of schedule is a promising sign.

HR2 - Tua Tagovailoa will be Falcons Week 1 starter simply because he's the healthy QB In hour two Mike, Ali, and Beau continue to react to all the news that came out of day two of Atlanta Falcons training camp, and explain why they think Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. saying that doctors told him that he's ahead of schedule is a promising sign, play a round of Fair or Foul for the halftime portion of the show, discuss if it's fair or foul to think that Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski already knows who the starting quarterback will be week one, and more! The Morning Shift crew also continues to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves' 5-4 comeback win over the Washington Nationals last night, talk about Austin Riley getting the day off and not being in the lineup last night, explain why they think the Braves have two options when it comes to Austin, either play him or trade him, and then close out hour two by talking about the biggest news, rumors, and reports in the NFL as they go In The Huddle!

Steak Shapiro and Rusty Mansell report live from Flowery Branch to analyze the Falcons' upcoming season with beat reporter Joe Patrick. They discuss the recovery of Michael Penix Jr., the offensive potential of Bijan Robinson and Drake London, and the critical depth issues at the right tackle position. 01:00 - Training Camp Update 03:42 - Quarterback and Offense Analysis 08:41 - Right Tackle Depth Concerns

Steak Shapiro and Rusty Mansell reflect on the tragic passing of Jeff Ulbrich's wife and the perspective it brings to the sports world. They also evaluate Michael Penix Jr.'s recovery timeline and debate sports heartbreaks in their Three Strikes segment. 01:18 - Jeff Ulbrich Tragedy Perspective 02:28 - Penix and Falcons Quarterbacks 06:50 - Three Strikes Sports Discussion

Steak Shapiro and Rusty Mansell broadcast live from Flowery Branch to discuss the start of training camp and the high expectations for the Atlanta Falcons. They evaluate Indiana coach Kirk Cignetti's bold claims about the Big Ten and discuss the roster continuity at the University of Georgia. The conversation covers Michael Penix Jr.'s recovery timeline and the pressure on playmakers like Drake London to deliver a winning season. 01:50 - Atlanta's Unique Football Culture 05:45 - Kirk Cignetti Jabs at SEC 10:15 - Georgia's Culture and NIL Success 15:20 - Drake London's Proving Ground 20:45 - Falcons Training Camp Atmosphere 25:30 - Offensive Weapons and Division Analysis 32:15 - Michael Penix Jr. Health Update 37:15 - Three Strikes Sports Trivia Segment

Live from Flowery Branch, Steak Shapiro and Rusty Mansell break down the dynamics of the Falcons' training camp and the quarterback battle between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. They examine the team's roster weaknesses with reporter Joe Patrick and discuss the massive 2027 quarterback draft class. 02:17 - Fans At Falcons Camp 06:58 - Bijan Robinson Business 12:44 - Braves Trade Deadline 18:52 - Joe Patrick Interview 25:15 - Right Tackle Concerns 35:37 - 2027 Quarterback Class 41:02 - Baker Mayfield Audio

Steak Shapiro and Rusty Mansell broadcast live from Falcons training camp in Flowery Branch, exploring the quarterback dynamic between Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa. They also reflect on the legacy of Dan Reeves and evaluate the Atlanta Braves' urgent need for starting pitchers before the trade deadline. 01:02 - Falcons Training Camp Opens 03:26 - Bijan Robinson Status Update 07:40 - Falcons Quarterback Competition 12:13 - Braves Trade Deadline Discussion 15:49 - NFL News Updates

The Falcons began training camp today with a flurry of news, most of it at the quarterback position. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic are joined by Joe Patrick to discuss Day 1's events, including both Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. dealing with injuries to start camp, Bijan Robinson's absence, the players beginning the season on PUP, and a whole lot more. Today's episode is presented by FanDuel. ⁠Watch the show live on Wednesdays at 8 PM ET⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Support the crew on Patreon to unlock exclusive perks (and our gratitude)! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carl and Mike open up with some Falcons talk as they share thoughts on what they took away from day two of training camp and agree that while they like Jack Strand, they still believe he is a developmental project and the Falcons need for Tua Tagovailoa or Michael Penix Jr. to be back and ready to assume the role of QB1. They then share some Bijan Robinson and why they believe there is no need for any type of alarm in regards to him not participating for the second straight day as he awaits a new deal.

Carl and Mike get into some brief Falcons talk as they share more thoughts on day two of training camp and agree the Bijan Robinson situation will work itself out and the quarterback issue has been disappointing as both Michael Penix jr., who is still weeks away from being cleared to be a full participant, and Tua Tagovailoa have yet to take 11 on 11reps. They then get into some Braves talk as they react to reports of the potential of Spencer Strider being a bullpen arm for the team when he returns, which they agree would not be a bad idea even though it would be an expensive bullpen arm.

In the 3rd hour of today's show, Carl and Mike dive into the decision to give Michael Penix Jr. a rest day during Falcons training camp. We hear from Drake London on with Andy and Randy regarding his Taco Bell proposal and his goals for the season, while also debating Spencer Strider's potential move to the bullpen. 01:25 - Falcons Training Camp Load Management 05:00 - Drafting The Next Franchise QB 08:30 - Spencer Strider Moving To Bullpen? 13:30 - Interactions With Hooters Fans 17:00 - Drake London Engagement Story 20:30 - Prove-It Mentality For London 24:00 - Falcons Offense And Tight Ends 29:30 - SEC Versus Big Ten Revenue 33:00 - LeBron James Documentary News 36:30 - WNBA Betting And MLS Attendance

In the first hour of today's show, Dukes and Bell break down the second day of Falcons training camp and the decision to give rookie Michael Penix Jr. a scheduled rest day. They are joined by veteran left tackle Jake Matthews to discuss his thirteenth season and the transition to Zac Robinson's offensive scheme. The conversation also highlights Baker Mayfield's contract frustrations and Tarik Skubal trade rumors. 01:50 - Falcons Training Camp Report 04:50 - Bijan Robinson Contract Status 07:48 - James Pierce Jr. Observations 11:00 - Jake Matthews Joins Show 15:00 - Offensive Line Scheme Tweaks 24:12 - Texas A&M Football Outlook 27:55 - Quarterback Depth Chart Review 30:30 - Baker Mayfield Contract Drama 40:50 - Zac Robinson Offensive Analysis

In the 2nd episode of the NFL Spotlight Season Preview Series, Ari Meirov is joined by Falcons Insider Marc Raimondi to talk all things happening in Atlanta. He discusses the QB battle between Tua Tagovailoa & Michael Penix Jr, how Kyle Pitts will be used in Kevin Stefanski's offense and how patient owner Arthur Blank will be with his new front office. 00:00 - Cold open 00:42 - Show Introduction 01:41 - Matt Ryan in Practice 03:20 - Arthur Blank & Falcons Mediocrity 06:42 - Michael Penix Injury Status 08:18 - Quarterback Competition Dynamics 12:41 - Tua Tagovailoa as Starter 13:57 - Preseason Reps Approach 16:00 - Robinson Jersey Name Confusion 17:38 - Backfield Workload Split 19:44 - Kyle Pitts Role 22:35 - Wide Receiver 2 25:21 - Bill Callahan O-Line Impact 27:51 - James Pearce Status 31:38 - Linebacker Room Outlook 35:01 - Cornerback & Secondary Competition 37:38 - Expectations NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike, Ali, and Beau react to all the news that came out of day one of Atlanta Falcons training camp, including the news that Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has not yet been fully medically cleared to participate in full team drills, and explain why they think Penix Jr. looks like he could be fully cleared, but the Falcons are playing it safe with him.

HR3 - Michael Penix month away from being fully cleared likely means Tua is Week 1 starter In hour three Mike and Beau continue to talk all things Atlanta Falcons with the voice of the Atlanta Falcons Wes Durham live from Flowery Branch, including explaining why the Falcons can't afford to have quarterback Michael Penix Jr. doing full team drills until he's 100% healthy, talk about which of the headlines coming out of day one of Atlanta Falcons training camp are a big deal, a small deal, or no deal with voice of the Atlanta Falcons Wes Durham live from Flowery Branch, talk about what they learned during the show in ‘The More You Know', and then close out hour three by answering people's questions about anything in the Morning Mailbag!

HR1 - If anybody can afford to miss Falcons Training Camp practice it's Bijan Robinson In hour one Mike, Ali, and Beau react to all the news that came out of day one of Atlanta Falcons training camp, including the news that Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has not yet been fully medically cleared to participate in full team drills, explain why they think Penix Jr. looks like he could be fully cleared but the Falcons are playing it safe with him, talk about Atlanta Falcons star running back Bijan Robinson being at the Falcons first full team practice yesterday but not participating in team drills and appearing to be a hold-in at Falcons Training Camp as he seeks a new contract, explain why they think if there's anybody that can afford to miss the first few days of training camp it's Bijan, let you hear their post-practice interview from yesterday with Atlanta Falcons EDGE and Outside Linebacker Jalon Walker, talk about some of the major injuries that have happened around the rest of the NFL including two major injuries happening in the NFC South yesterday, and then close out hour one by diving into the life of Beau “Squidbilly” Morgan in The Life of Squid!

Mike and Beau continue to talk all things Atlanta Falcons with the voice of the Atlanta Falcons Wes Durham live from Flowery Branch, including explaining why the Falcons can't afford to have quarterback Michael Penix Jr. doing full team drills until he's 100% healthy.

Chuck and Hugh take a closer look at the Seahawks passing game and whether things will be different under new offensive coordinator Brian Fleury, whether Sam Darnold will be throwing the ball more or less and taking a look at the Seahawks receiving core. In OPQ with Hugh, the guys discuss the latest on Michael Penix Jr., what is happening with Tua Tagovailoa and Hugh's thoughts on 1st overall pick Fernando Mendoza. Finally, they end the show with One Last Thing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steak Shapiro and Sandra Golden broadcast live from Falcons training camp in Flowery Branch, detailing injury setbacks for Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa. They analyze the high failure rate of first-round quarterbacks over the last decade and discuss Bijan Robinson's ongoing contract hold-in. 01:50 - Flowery Branch Training Camp 05:12 - Cooperstown Hall Of Fame 09:15 - Falcons News Roundup 13:05 - MLB Trade Deadline Talk 17:53 - Penix ACL Recovery Update 24:04 - First Round Quarterback Analysis 30:02 - Traffic Report 34:04 - Falcons Future QB Business

Stake and Sandra report live from the second day of Atlanta Falcons training camp, reflecting on recent personnel moves and news surrounding Bijan Robinson. They also recap the Braves' recent series against the Mets, highlighting Chris Sale's stellar performance and the trade rumors involving Tarik Skubal. 01:00 - Falcons Training Camp Updates 04:42 - Bo's Cooperstown Experience 08:44 - Falcons Roster Concerns 10:41 - Braves Split Doubleheader 12:31 - Tarik Skubal Trade Interest

Steak Shapiro and Sandra Golden report from Flowery Branch on the mental and physical hurdles Michael Penix Jr. faces following his third ACL injury. They also evaluate the historical success of first-round quarterbacks and discuss the depth of the current roster. 01:00 - Falcons Training Camp Grind 02:21 - Penix Jr. Injury Update 08:35 - Quarterback Success and Depth

Tobin and Leroy break down the opening day of Dolphins training camp and highlight standout defensive plays. They also discuss De'Von Achane's goal to win the rushing title and analyze Michael Penix Jr.'s recovery timeline. 01:49 - Training Camp Rookie Standouts 06:11 - Michael Penix Jr. Status 09:45 - Training Camp Stock Watch

Carl and Mike get back into Falcons talk as they share more thoughts on training camp getting underway and Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa not being available, with Penix Jr. telling the media doctors say he's likely to not get clearance for another four weeks and Stefanski stating Tagovailoa had something flare up however should be back sooner than later. As their conversation continued, they discuss why they would be concerned only if the season were to begin today, because it would mean Jack Strand, who the Falcons signed as an undrafted free agent.

Carl and Mike open the show with Falcons talk as they react to headlines out of Day 1 of training camp which included the news Michael Penix Jr. has not been cleared to be a full participant in camp. As they discuss, they agree all optimism they had heading out to Flowery Branch was deflated as news of Tua Tagovailoa also not being able to participate reportedly due to back tightness.

In the opening hour of today's show, Carl and Mike react to the news that Michael Penix Jr. remains uncleared for practice while Tua Tagovailoa deals with back tightness. They analyze the impact of signing Cooper Rush and talk with new receiver Jahan Dotson about his role in the offense. The discussion also covers Bijan Robinson's contract status and the team's overall talent ceiling. 01:50 - Michael Penix Not Cleared 06:30 - Cooper Rush Joins Falcons 11:45 - Fan Reaction To Injuries 18:07 - Bijan Robinson Contract Status 22:35 - Physical Therapy Call-In 30:03 - Jahan Dotson Interview Begins 36:07 - Offensive Talent Ceiling Discussed 41:03 - Training Camp Day One Recap

In the 2nd hour of the show, we hear from Kevin Stefanski on the Morning Shift, as he provides insights into Michael Penix Jr.'s rehabilitation and the quarterback situation as training camp begins. Carl and Mike discuss the team's new offensive identity and review significant injuries affecting rivals in the NFC South. 01:50 - Training Camp Kickoff 05:00 - James Pearce Jr. Update 08:27 - NFC South Injury Report 12:53 - Falcons Roster Challenges 18:06 - Kevin Stefanski Interview 24:08 - Offensive Scheme Discussion 36:25 - Michael Penix Jr. Timeline

Carl and Mike continue to share thoughts on Day 1 of Falcons training camp and the news of Michael Penix Jr. not being cleared and Kevin Stefanski saying his goal is to find out what he has in the team.

Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they share thoughts on their level of concern after Michael Penix Jr. announced his doctors told him it could be up to four weeks before he gets clearance to be a full participant in training camp. As they discuss, they agree due to Penix Jr.'s injury history, it is hard to foresee the third-year quarterback being their starter in Week 1.

In the final hour of today's show, Carl and Mike break down the surprising news regarding Michael Penix Jr.'s extended recovery timeline at Falcons training camp. They delve into Bijan Robinson's contract leverage and provide a heated analysis of the Atlanta Braves' struggles at the plate. 01:27 - Michael Penix Jr Recovery 05:20 - Tua Tagovailoa Injury News 05:57 - Bijan Robinson Contract Talk 10:45 - Falcons Right Tackle Mystery 14:11 - Michael Penix Interview 18:14 - Stefanski Camp Goals 23:36 - Mike Bell Braves Critique 28:01 - Jahan Dotson Interview 35:43 - Falcons Practice Wrap Up

Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski joined The Morning Shift ahead of the Falcons first full training camp practice and gave an update on the health status of quarterback Michael Penix Jr., and more!

HR3 - Falcons QB situation feels different knowing Michael Penix still isn't cleared for team drills In hour three Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski joined The Morning Shift ahead of the Falcons first full training camp practice and gave an update on the health status of quarterback Michael Penix Jr., and more! Then, Mike, Ali, and Beau recap and react to what Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski told them during their interview with him, react to Stefanski revealing during his press conference that quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will not practice for the next couple of days because he's dealing with back tightness, talk about how they're disappointed about the Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa news, talk about what they learned during the show in ‘The More You Know', and then close out hour three by answering people's questions about anything in the Morning Mailbag!

Mike, Ali, and Beau recap and react to what Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski told them during their interview with him, react to Stefanski revealing during his press conference that quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will not practice for the next couple of days because he's dealing with back tightness, and talk about how they're disappointed about the Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa news.

HR1 - Falcons starting QB job feels more like Tua Tagovailoa's job after Michael Penix update In hour one Steak and Sandra react to Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski telling The Morning Shift during their interview with him that Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has not yet been cleared for full team drills, react to Stefanski revealing during his press conference that quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will not practice for the next couple of days because he's dealing with back tightness, explain why they think Michael Penix Jr. not being cleared for team drills yet points to Tua being the starting quarterback, explain why they think Penix Jr. and Tua missing day one of Training Camp isn't the end of world but is still a big deal, and then close out hour one by spending some time with the voice of the Atlanta Falcons Wes Durham live from Flowery Branch, and talking about all things Falcons.

HR2 - Falcons did not have ideal start to Training Camp In hour two Steak and Sandra react to Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski telling The Morning Shift during their interview with him that Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has not yet been cleared for full team drills, react to Stefanski revealing during his press conference that quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will not practice for the next couple of days because he's dealing with back tightness, explain why they think quarterback injuries have the Falcons behind the 8 ball after day one of Training Camp, talk about how Falcons running back Bijan Robinson holding in and not practicing during day one of Falcons Training Camp was surprising, and close out hour three by talking about all of the headlines and news stories surrounding the Falcons that came out during the team's first full practice.

Steak and Sandra react to Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski telling The Morning Shift during their interview with him that Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has not yet been cleared for full team drills, react to Stefanski revealing during his press conference that quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will not practice for the next couple of days because he's dealing with back tightness, and explain why they think quarterback injuries have the Falcons behind the 8 ball after day one of Training Camp.

Steak and Sandra explain why they think Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa missing day one of Training Camp isn't the end of world but still a big deal.

Hawks and United Broadcaster Mike Conti talks about whether Big Ten Media Days will be as explosive as SEC MEdia Days were, risks of changing head coaches if you are a playoff team but not a title contender, how LeBron and Giannis changing teams in the Eastern Conference could affect the Hawks in the standings, being comfortable with the Hawks setting up some moves for the future, and if he believe Michael Penix Jr. will be cleared for a camp competition.

Carl and Mike get into some college football talk as they share thoughts on if there will be real traction in regards to legislation in congress that will eventually come into play to help bring uniformity to rules throughout college sports in regards to NIL. They then get into some NFL talk as they share thoughts on what Kevin Stefanski will say tomorrow morning in rergards to Michael Penix Jr. being cleared to be a full participant in training camp.

In the 2nd hour of today's show, Mike and Carl analyze the quarterback battle between Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr. as Falcons training camp begins. They also discuss Vita Vea's trade request, the impact of the Protect College Sports Act on the SEC, and the latest Braves pitching updates. 01:50 - Falcons Quarterback Debate 05:30 - Tua and Travel Plans 08:45 - Vita Vea Trade Rumors 12:33 - Kyle Shanahan Accident Details 15:40 - Lions and Playoff Pressure 20:33 - Protect College Sports Act 24:08 - Falcons Roster and Injuries 28:00 - Pre-Camp Power Rankings 33:10 - Cell Phone Technology Rant 36:35 - Braves Pitching Rotation Update

In the final hour of today's show, Carl Dukes and Mike Bell preview the start of Falcons training camp and the evolving expectations for the season. They analyze the quarterback situation regarding Michael Penix Jr. and the team's defensive depth. Grant McAuley joins to provide insights on the Braves' pitching rotation and potential moves ahead of the MLB trade deadline. 01:50 - Falcons Camp Preview 05:25 - Defensive Competition And Rookies 08:54 - Defensive Rotation And Targets 14:54 - Braves Pitching Rotation Analysis 18:52 - Ronald Acuña Jr. Expectations 22:04 - Trade Deadline Strategy Discussion 29:24 - NFL News And Extensions 33:30 - College Football Legislative Update

Carl and Mike get back into football talk as they share thoughts on what their reaction may be should they hear that Michael Penix Jr. is not cleared for full participation in training camp and as they discuss, Mike makes his case for why believes the experience of Tua Tagovailoa is reason enough he believes the former Dolphins QB would be the better option for the Falcons.

The Falcons are officially heading into training camp, and Buck Belue breaks down the 10 biggest storylines facing Atlanta as a new era gets underway. With Matt Ryan and Ian Cunningham now running the football operation and Kevin Stefanski taking over as head coach, there are plenty of questions surrounding this Falcons team. At the top of the list is the highly anticipated quarterback competition between Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa, but Buck dives into much more than just the QB battle.

Mike, Ali, and Beau explain why they think Falcons fans should be rooting for Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. to win the Falcons quarterback competition.

HR3 - Best case scenario for Falcons is Michael Penix Jr. is QB1 from start to finish In hour three Mike, Ali, and Beau continue to talk about what Atlanta Falcons players they think are on their last leg with the Falcons and maybe even in their NFL career as well, and must have a good training camp to make the team and prove they deserve to be a part of the team's long term future and stay in the league. The Morning Shift crew also continues to react to the news that two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Vita Vea has requested a trade from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after talks on a contract extension have stalled, explain why they think Falcons fans should be rooting for Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. to win the Falcons quarterback competition, talk about what they learned during the show in ‘The More You Know', and then close out hour three by answering people's questions about anything in the Morning Mailbag!