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Falcons Make $30 Million Commitment to Protect QB Michael Penix Jr.

The Atlanta Falcons shored up protection for quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with a $30 million contract extension for offensive lineman Kaleb McGary.
Falcons Make $30 Million Commitment to Protect QB Michael Penix Jr.
Michael Penix Jr. #9 of the Atlanta Falcons passes the ball against the New York Giants during the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga., on Dec. 22, 2024. Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images
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The Atlanta Falcons helped ensure strong protection for second-year quarterback Michael Penix Jr. on Monday with a two-year, $30 million contract extension for offensive right tackle Kaleb McGary.

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported the move, confirmed by McGary’s agent, Collin Roberts, on Monday. McGary has been a key part of the Falcons’ offensive line since the team took him with the No. 31 pick in the 2019 draft from the University of Washington. He has started 92 of 93 career games, and he has 5,925 career offensive snaps.
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