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NFC Notes: Bryce Young, Kellen Moore, Falcons, Panthers, Saints

Falcons Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. was asked about his early trip to the injury tent in Week 6: “I did go into the injury tent. I’m not going to say what that was about. Just say I am good.”…

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 11:00 PM
NFC Notes: Bryce Young, Kellen Moore, Falcons, Panthers, Saints
Key Things to Know
  • NFC South notes highlight Week 6 developments for the Panthers, Saints, and Falcons.
  • Panthers quarterback Bryce Young threw for 281 yards and two touchdowns in a road win over the Eagles.
  • Running back Chuba Hubbard endorsed Bryce Young as an NFL MVP candidate.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Notes across the NFC South feature updates from the Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, and New Orleans Saints following Week 6. Carolina quarterback Bryce Young threw for 281 yards and two touchdowns in a road win over the Eagles, prompting teammate Chuba Hubbard to endorse him as an MVP candidate. Young currently leads the NFL in passing yards per game.

Elsewhere in the division, New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore responded positively after securing a needed win following owner Gayle Benson's critique of the team's 1-4 start. For the Falcons, quarterback Michael Penix Jr. downplayed an early visit to the injury tent, while positive medical updates were reported for linebacker Kendal Daniels.

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