As Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. recovers from a torn ACL, former NFL MVP Cam Newton recently shared valuable advice based on his own injury experience. During an episode of his show, 4th&1, which was highlighted by Cameron Wolfe on X, Newton revealed that the hardest part of his recovery was overcoming his own impatience. He expressed regret over not sitting out a full season rather than rushing back before he was truly healthy.

While Penix continues his journey to regain full strength, the Falcons' quarterback situation has been tumultuous on the field, prompting strong reactions from former superstars observing the team's struggles. Newton took to Threads to playfully challenge the franchise with a cryptic message to the city: “ÅŤŁÅŇŤÅ….. šħǒůłð ı⁉️🤔łǒł -1ǒVẼ🤟🏾,” hinting at a sensational comeback after witnessing the team's quarterback struggles against the Carolina Panthers.

The Falcons' disappointing offensive performance also drew criticism from former quarterback Robert Griffin III, who expressed his frustration on social media. He pointed out the absurdity of sidelining veteran stars while younger players struggled, and Griffin argued that with quarterbacks like Cooper Rush and Jack Strand faltering on the field, it makes no sense to bring in proven veterans such as himself, Newton, Jimmy Garoppolo, and Ryan Tannehill to stabilize the struggling position and provide essential leadership.

Although a return to the field for any of these former stars seems unlikely after their extended time away from the league, the increasing pressure in Atlanta's locker room underscores just how desperate the franchise is for stability at the quarterback position.