NFC Notes: Kellen Moore, Michael Penix, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles expressed confidence that running back Kenneth Gainwell remains an integral part of the team's offense and special teams despite limited early carries. Meanwhile, Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Tommy Rees reported that quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has looked sharp and moved without limitations in practice as he works back from an ACL tear suffered in Week 11 of last season.

Elsewhere in the NFC South, New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore praised his squad's resilience through the opening two weeks of the 2026 season. After facing the Detroit Lions and Baltimore Ravens on the road, Moore noted that the team came within a two-point conversion of starting 2-0, though he acknowledged areas still require cleanup.