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Falcons QB Penix gets engaged days after first career NFL start

It has been a busy few days for Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

The rookie made his first career NFL regular-season start on Sunday, beating the New York Giants 34-7 at home. On Saturday, he posted some news on Instagram: He and his girlfriend, Olivia Carter, are engaged.

"I will love you forever," Penix, 24, wrote in the post. "I can't wait to do life with you."

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The proposal appeared to have taken place in Penix's suburban Georgia backyard during Christmas week with candles, roses and a fire.