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 something I will forever remember.¡±
Penix¡¯s excitement far overshadowed any concern over his position in the draft.
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