The Atlanta Falcons will visit the Minnesota Vikings in Week 2. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding QB Michael Penix Jr..
Is Michael Penix Jr. Playing in Week 2?
Penix is not on the injury report and is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Falcons’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Michael Penix Jr. in Week 2?
I was impressed with Michael Penix Jr. last week on his way to a QB10 finish. I thought he showed some poise and guts when it mattered, signs of maturity you don’t always get from these young signal callers.
More important for fantasy managers, he was loading up his elite playmakers with looks. He finished just shy of 300 passing yards despite not having Darnell Mooney active, leading me to believe that there is a QB streamer in this profile when the time calls for it.
That time isn’t in Minnesota against an aggressive defense before bye weeks kick in.
There’s no reason to hold onto Penix in standard leagues right now, but just keep the name in the back of your mind: when the time comes, you’re going to want to do your homework.
Or you’re going to want to check back in here, you know I’ll have plenty to say!
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 2 Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em article.
Penix’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 2
Penix is projected to score 13.5 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Penix to throw for 222 yards and 0.9 passing touchdowns with 0.9 interceptions. He should also add 3 rushing yards and 0.3 rushing touchdowns on the ground.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 2 Weather Impact: Falcons at Vikings
Since the Vikings play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 2 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.
