Kirk Cousins, Atlanta Falcons

Falcons kick off the combine by insinuating Kirk Cousins is a liar
The organization’s all-in bid for a Super Bowl ring exploded in their faces with Kirk Cousins plummeting to earth, being benched, with the team left to pick up the pieces en route to an 8-9 record. Thankfully there are two silver linings to this mess: Michael Penix Jr.
Buccaneers’ rival Falcons make decision on quarterback situation with Kirk Cousins
The Atlanta Falcons had a disappointing 2024 campaign. Much of the optimism going into the season stemmed from the team signing free agent veteran quarterback K
Falcons say Kirk Cousins will be backup QB if he returns for 2025 season
Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot and coach Raheem Morris sidestepped questions about Cousins' health on Tuesday.
Falcons GM: Kirk Cousins is the backup, will remain with team for now
The Kirk Cousins situation with the Atlanta Falcons doesn't have an easy resolution.
Falcons position on QB Kirk Cousins 'hasn't changed'
Atlanta is all in on quarterback Michael Penix Jr. as the face of the franchise, but the Falcons insist they don't have to part with high-priced No. 2 Kirk Cousins.
Falcons GM Terry Fontenot reveals no Kirk Cousins trade is imminent
The Atlanta Falcons won't be trading Kirk Cousins, according to GM Terry Fontenot, who said no deal is imminent.
Falcons GM dishes on Kirk Cousins plans after benching last season
Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot dished on his plans about Kirk Cousins after the quarterback was benched for rookie Michael Penix Jr. late last season.
Falcons, Kirk Cousins could end up playing a game of contract chicken
The Falcons need to decide what to do with Kirk Cousins. The most obvious choices are these: (1) pay him $27.5 million to serve as the backup to Michael Penix Jr. in 2025; or (2) cut Cousins before a $10 million injury guarantee in 2026 transforms into a full guarantee.
Falcons send Kirk Cousins to rebuilding AFC team in proposed trade
The Atlanta Falcons were initially praised for signing Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract during the 2024 offseason, but that move has not aged well. Cousins never looked fully healthy
NFL rumors: Insider makes Kirk Cousins trade prediction that Falcons won’t like
The Atlanta Falcons created a quarterback controversy last season. After giving Kirk Cousins a monstrous contract in free agency, they drafted Michael Penix Jr with the eighth overall pick. Cousins struggled and Penix came in and got them back into the playoff hunt.
Albert Breer maintains Falcons will cut Kirk Cousins amid Browns, Rams rumors
NFL reporters believe the Falcons will cut Kirk Cousins, most notably Adam Schefter, but Terry Fontenot remains adamant that the organization is comfortable keeping the veteran in Atlantas as Michael Penix Jr.
Falcons Surprised by Kirk Cousins Injury Comments, Unaware of Other Ailments
Locked in a conversation of heresy, Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot denied ...
Kirk Cousins Will Remain with Falcons as Backup QB for Michael Penix Jr., GM Says
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The Atlanta Falcons officially made one of the worst moves in NFL history
After handing Kirk Cousins a $180 million deal last year, the Falcons now have to live with their awful decision.
Perhaps Kirk Cousins won't be available to Browns after all
However, despite a $10 million roster bonus due to Cousins on March 17, Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot has stated ...
Falcons mailbag: Is GM Terry Fontenot on the hot seat? Was Kirk Cousins hurt or not?
Falcons GM Terry Fontenot and coach Raheem Morris will be in Indianapolis this week for the NFL combine as they look to ...