Falcons Rookie Michael Penix Jr. Engaged After First Career Start
Michael Penix Jr. celebrates his engagement just days after his NFL debut, marking a thrilling week for the rookie quarterback
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Atlanta: Michael Penix Jr. is having quite the week! He just started his first NFL game and also got engaged. Talk about a whirlwind!
On Sunday, he led the Falcons to a win against the New York Giants. Not too shabby for a rookie, right? Then, just a few days later, he popped the question to his girlfriend, Olivia Carter.
He shared a sweet video on Instagram where he proposed in his backyard, all decked out with Christmas lights and a big “MARRY ME” sign. How romantic is that?
Olivia, a former college soccer player from Nevada, said yes in front of friends and family. They’ve been together since at least last November, so it’s clear they’re serious.
The Falcons surprised everyone by picking Penix with the eighth overall pick in the draft, especially after signing veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins. After a rocky start, they decided to give Penix a shot.
His first game wasn’t perfect, but there were some bright spots. Now, he’s gearing up for a big game against the Washington Commanders. After that, it’s all about planning the wedding!