The NFL Week 11, 30-27 loss to the Carolina Panthers was a turning point for the Atlanta Falcons -- in more ways than one. What was statistically the No. 1 pass defense in the NFL allowed the struggling Bryce Young to throw for a franchise-record 448 yards and three touchdowns, and injuries on offense have shifted the trajectory of this season, and maybe the franchise at large.

Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr . injured his left knee while taking a sack in the third quarter, and could be done for the year. NFL Media reports that Penix aggravated a bone bruise and knee sprain from earlier this season. There is also reportedly damage to the ACL, which could mean a full reconstruction for the former No. 8 overall pick.

With the Falcons now sitting at 3-7 having lost five s

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