Falcons–Bears is Sunday at 1 p.m., with Penix expected back

The Falcons’ official game center lists Chicago at Atlanta for Sunday, October 18 at 1 p.m. EDT, televised on FOX. Atlanta is 2–3 and Chicago 3–2. Reuters reports quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is expected to start if his rib injury continues to improve, while Chicago’s quarterback situation is also being monitored.

The practical choice is whether this is a stadium Sunday or a watch-from-home Sunday. The game competes with several unusually good free outdoor events around Atlanta.

What to do: If attending, compare official ticket inventory today. Otherwise, reserve Sunday at 1 p.m. as a TV option and keep the afternoon open for the High Museum block party or Streets Alive.

Before you go further: Penix’s return is an expectation, not a guaranteed game-day starter announcement. Check the final injury report and active roster before treating any player availability as certain.