Cousins, the Falcons

Do Falcons blame Kirk Cousins for missing the playoffs?
Cousins looked "out of gas" and seemed to have a "dead" arm as he tossed eight interceptions and zero touchdown passes over four consecutive losses.
Kirk Cousins, Falcons locked in standoff as $10 million decision looms
Either way, the Falcons appear to be committed to Penix as their No. 1 QB going forward after he closed the regular season with three strong performances as the team’s starter, while Atlanta lost four of Cousins’ five final starts. The team could either trade or release Cousins, who also battled injuries last season.
Kirk Cousins Says He Played Through Shoulder, Elbow Injuries Before Falcons Benching
Kirk Cousins had a rough debut season for the Atlanta Falcons and was eventually benched in favor of rookie Michael Penix Jr. for the final three games of
Why Falcons keeping Kirk Cousins as 'insurance' is the favorable move
Steak Shapiro and Rusty Mansell share their thoughts on why they believe the Falcons will more than likely keep Kirk Cousins as their backup.
'No Communication' Between Falcons, Kirk Cousins on Future
There's been radio silence between Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons regarding the veteran quarterback's future with the team.
Where Will Kirk Cousins End Up If Released By the Atlanta Falcons?
Dec 8, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) celebrates running back Bijan Robinson's (7) touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings during the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
NFL rumors: Kirk Cousins, Falcons have not talked since end of 2024 campaign
The Falcons are looking to move forward with last year's rookie quarterback, leaving Kirk Cousins without a definite role for 2025.
Falcons QB Kirk Cousins now says injury affected his late-season play
Cousins says he suffered a shoulder injury in Week 10 against the Saints and never returned to full strength afterward.
Falcons Trade Pitch Sends Kirk Cousins to New AFC Destination
Pro Football Focus' Mason Cameron suggested a new AFC team as a potential trade destination for Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins.
Analyst sends strong warning to Steelers, Browns about Falcons' Kirk Cousins
The Steelers and Browns have both been linked with Cousins, who lost his starting job to 2024 first-round draft pick Michael Penix Jr.
'Surprised': Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Details Kirk Cousins Benching
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s promotion to the starting job in place of Kirk Cousins wasn't a surprise -- ...
Falcons running backs discuss sharing time in backfield, praise Kirk Cousins for how he handled benching
Jealousy could kick in sometimes when one player gets all the attention, but that doesn't happen with the Atlanta Falcons, ...
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Bijan Robinson makes feelings known about Kirk Cousins stepping down for rookie Michael Penix Jr
Bijan Robinson sat down with Micah Parsons to discuss aspects of the Falcons' 2024 season, including the team's transition from Kirk Cousins to Michael Penix Jr.
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Falcons miss out on Michael Penix Jr. in 2024 NFL re-draft
When the Atlanta Falcons selected quarterback Michael Penix Jr. in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft, many around the ...
Atlanta Falcons 2025 NFL offseason preview: Raheem Morris ready to build around Michael Penix Jr. despite bad Kirk Cousins deal
Outside of their bad deal at quarterback, and a not-great financial situation, the Falcons are in a solid place this offseason.