Dynasty Rookie Report Card: Michael Penix and Keon Coleman

Each week throughout the 2024 NFL season, I’ll cover two rookies in the Rookie Report Card and will generally write about the most prominent performers from that particular week. I’ll discuss how well he’s lived up to expectations at the NFL level and then grade the player in three categories: performance to date, rookie season potential, and long-term upside.

Michael Penix, QB ATL

Week 17 stats: 19 completions on 35 attempts for 223 passing yards with one touchdown and one interception and two carries for 3 rushing yards.

In his second career start, Michael Penix set career highs in attempts, competitions, and yards while tossing his first career touchdown. The team must have the utmost confidence in Penix, as the Falcons are in the midst of a playoff chase and are in the middle of a three-game stretch of must-win games. His best game in week 17 resulted in an overtime loss, and he'll have to do better to close out the season if the Falcons want to see any postseason action.