The NFL preseason has just begun, but an amusing moment has quickly become a standout. Atlanta Falcons’ quarterbacks Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. have created what seems to be the meme of the 2026 season.
During the game between the Atlanta Falcons and Denver Broncos, a sideline exchange captured fans’ attention. Tua Tagovailoa, who joined the Falcons in the offseason, sat on the bench after his initial possession. Close by, Michael Penix Jr. pointed at Tagovailoa with a bewildered face.
This moment has drawn comparisons to an iconic expression from “The Office.” While the exact reason for Penix’s gesture isn’t clear, the image has the potential to be the year’s top meme.
The NFL often generates memorable memes. As the regular season unfolds, this meme might be replaced with another. Michael Penix Jr., recovering from an injury, is expected to be the Falcons’ starting quarterback. Tua Tagovailoa, meanwhile, completed three of five passing attempts for 22 yards.
Back-up quarterbacks Jack Strand and Cooper Rush also took the field. Strand completed 50% of his 12 pass attempts, resulting in 50 yards and a touchdown. Cooper Rush struggled, going 7-for-19 with 62 yards and two interceptions in the Falcons’ 27-7 loss.
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