There's high hopes for the Atlanta Falcons locally. The team could have better, or at least more consistent, quarterback play with a breakout season from Michael Penix Jr. The Falcons could also get better edge rushing production from rookies Jalon walker and James Pearce Jr.

Falcons coach Raheem Morris does not expect Kirk Cousins' situation to be an issue for incumbent starter Michael Penix Jr.

The Atlanta Falcons have high hopes for quarterback Michael Penix Jr. going into his second season. Franchise legend Michael Vick, who visited Falcons OTAs this week, feels the same way. Vick watched multiple periods of 11-on-11 football,