Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. confident, eager to start career

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Quarterback Michael Penix Jr., whose selection by the Atlanta Falcons at No. 8 in the first round of the NFL draft Thursday stunned many draft experts, smiled through most of his introductory news conference Friday in Atlanta.

"A dream came true," the former University of Washington star said. "It's a dream I've had since I was a little kid. ... It's a special moment and somet