Michael Penix Jr.’s season-ending ACL injury has thrown the Atlanta Falcons’ quarterback plans into chaos. Can the team recover from losing its future signal-caller, or is a full organizational reset on the horizon? Host Aaron Freeman examines why this devastating setback marks the end of the Penix era and weighs in on whether ownership is ready to embrace a rebuild. Key topics include the ramifications for Kirk Cousins, the franchise's long-term quarterback strategy, and looming decisions facing Arthur Blank. Explore the pressing need to overhaul not just the quarterback room, but the entire roster. Get critical analysis of the Falcons' playoff drought, roster challenges, and what it will take to bring lasting success back to Atlanta. The countdown to drastic change—and possibly a new era—has begun. 

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