It doesn't feel real, but the Atlanta Falcons offense is completely showing out against the Washington Commanders in front of the home crowd. Add another passing touchdown to Michael Penix's day, making it two on the day, this one to Kyle Pitts on a rollout, completing an explosive 2-play, 76-yard drive. While it is a relief to see Pitts back in the end zone again, he probably shouldn't have even had the chance.
The Falcons laid an absolute egg in Charlotte territory, getting pulverized 30-0 in a game where they looked woefully unprepared. Atlanta got out played and out coached. As you would imagine, just about all of their players (but not quite all) were complete disappointments in fantasy football this week. It was difficult picking a "fantasy dud" just because there were so many great options.
The anticipation for Michael Penix's first full season as a starting quarterback continues to grow. There is plenty of intrigue behind what someone so uniquely gifted can do in an offense filled with playmakers. While expectations should always be measured with a young player, it's reasonable to think a special season could be on the horizon for the former eighth overall pick.