Well wishes for Kendal Daniels, Michael Penix Jr. vs. pressure and more notes from Falcons vs. Bears

Catching you up on the news, notes and quotes from the Falcons' game against the Chicago Bears

By Will McFadden · Atlanta Falcons

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 2:43 PM

Key Things to Know

Atlanta Falcons teammates and coaches sent well wishes to rookie linebacker Kendal Daniels following his in-game injury.
Daniels showed movement in his extremities on the field and was later seen walking post-game.
Bears blitzer Kyler Gordon recorded three sacks, but Michael Penix Jr. threw three touchdowns against the blitz.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Following the Atlanta Falcons' Week 6 defeat to the Chicago Bears, head coach Kevin Stefanski and players addressed key developments, led by positive initial reports on rookie linebacker Kendal Daniels. Daniels was carted off after tackling tight end Colston Loveland in the third quarter but showed movement in his extremities and later walked in the locker room on his own.

Despite the loss, quarterback Michael Penix Jr. managed three touchdown passes against Chicago's aggressive blitz, connecting twice with tight end Kyle Pitts during a late fourth-quarter surge. Atlanta also successfully utilized a silent count to counter noise from traveling Chicago fans.

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