Adam Schefter explains why the Falcons signed Cooper Rush and how injuries to Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. have impacted the QB room. @AdamSchefter breaks down the Falcons' QB room after signing veteran Cooper Rush 👀 pic.twitter.com/woj2YZ2ZBv — NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) July 29, 2026During Tuesday's edition of NFL Live, ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter explained that Atlanta's decision to sign Rush is more about addressing the team's current health situation than changing its long-term plans at quarterback. Schefter noted that Penix will not only miss valuable practice time but also valuable reps in Atlanta's new offensive system. Before joining Baltimore, Rush spent most of his career with the Dallas Cowboys, appearing in 42 career games over eight NFL seasons. For his career, Rush has completed 61.1% of his passes for 3,766 yards, 20 touchdowns and 14 interceptions.