Michael Penix Jr.

Over the last two weeks, Penix Jr. has finished as the QB30 and QB25 in weekly fantasy scoring, averaging 9.8 fantasy points per game. He has had his bumps adjusting to the fast-paced NFL. Since Week 16, among 33 qualifying passers, Penix Jr. has ranked 16th in yards per attempt, 30th in passer rating, and 30th in fantasy points per dropback. His accuracy has been spotty at best, ranking 29th in CPOE and 25th in highly accurate throw rate. Penix Jr. could have a breakout game this week, but it's easily possible that Atlanta rides their run game this week. He does have a nice matchup this week. Since Week 12, Carolina has allowed the ninth-most yards per attempt, the most passing touchdowns, and the second-highest CPOE.