Zachariah Branch

Tua Tagovailoa did not practice Friday and has officially been ruled out against Pittsburgh with the oblique injury he suffered Thursday. Michael Penix Jr. practiced fully but will also be inactive, putting Cooper Rush in line to start.

Related Players: Michael Penix Jr., Drake London, Kyle Pitts, Jahan Dotson, Olamide Zaccheaus, Zachariah Branch

Rush will make his 17th career start against a strong Pittsburgh defense. The quarterback change lowers the ceiling of London and Pitts, although both remain usable at their respective positions. Bijan Robinson’s workload remains secure and could increase if Atlanta adopts a more conservative offensive approach.