Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. will match up with the 16th-ranked pass defense of the Carolina Panthers (219.4 yards conceded per game) in Week 18, at 1:00 PM ET on Sunday.

When setting your fantasy football lineup this week, is Penix worth inserting into your starting lineup? For analysis on his tilt against the Panthers, we’ve got you covered.

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Michael Penix Jr. Fantasy Projections

• Matchup: Atlanta Falcons vs. Carolina Panthers
• Projected Fantasy Points: 17.3
• Game Day & Time: January 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM ET
• TV Channel: CBS
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Michael Penix Jr. Fantasy Points by Week

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Michael Penix Jr. Fantasy Stats

• With 19.2 fantasy points (4.8 per game), Penix is 50th at his position and 358th in the league.
• In his past three games, Penix has accumulated 18.6 fantasy points (6.2 per game). He is 39-of-66 for 449 yards, with one touchdown and two interceptions and has rushed for six yards on six carries.
• In his best game of the season, Michael Penix Jr. finished with 11.2 fantasy points — 19-of-35 (54.3%), 223 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT. That was last week versus the Washington Commanders.
• In his worst game of the season — Week 7 versus the Seattle Seahawks — Penix finished with 0.6 fantasy points. His stat line: 1-of-1 (100%), 14 yards, 0 TDs, 0 INTs.

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