Michael Penix Jr. has impressed the Falcons organization in behind-the-scenes work, sources told CBS Sports, with his "live arm" already drawing attention as the quarterback competition in Atlanta officially shifts into high gear. Penix is now fully cleared to participate.
In other personnel moves, the Browns are placing starting defensive end Alex Wright on season-ending injured reserve after he suffered a ruptured Achilles during Thursday's practice, ESPN reported. The team will sign former first-round pick Derek Barnett to a one-year contract to fill the void.