Kirk Cousins, Atlanta Falcons

Falcons miss out on playoffs after spending big on Kirk Cousins
The Falcons signed Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract this offseason in the hopes he was the missing piece that could thrust them back into the playoffs. But Atlanta was officially eliminated from postseason contention Sunday afternoon.
Ex-Vikings QB Kirk Cousins Gets More Bad News After Falcons Benching
The Atlanta Falcons shelved quarterback Kirk Cousins ahead of their Week 15 matchup with the New York Giants, the first time in years Cousins was a QB2 while healthy. And things only got worse from there.
Kirk Cousins Falcons failure could cost more than just high-priced QB his job
When the Atlanta Falcons signed Kirk Cousins to a massive four-year deal last offseason, expectations for the team shot up. They already had high-end skill posi
Falcons Believe Kirk Cousins 'Couldn't Play Physically' According to NFL Insider
According to NFL Insider James Palmer, the Atlanta Falcons believe Kirk Cousins time in the NFL could be over.
Falcons’ late-season storylines, starting with what to do with Kirk Cousins
Linebacker JD Bertrand, a fifth-round pick, has played 131 snaps. Defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro, a second-round pick, has played 104. Defensive tackle Brandon Dorlus, a fourth-round pick, has played 19 and was inactive for the 12th time on Sunday.
NFL rumors: Falcons keeping Kirk Cousins as Michael Penix Jr.'s backup 'not off table'
Ian Rapoport suggested in a recent article that the Falcons could keep QB Kirk Cousins as a backup for the 2025 season.
Kirk Cousins Shares Reaction to Falcons Benching Him for Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta Falcons coach Raheem Morris announced Tuesday night that the team decided to bench veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins and start rookie Michael Penix Jr. in his place Sunday against the New York Giants.
Falcons QB Kirk Cousins a “very viable option” for Browns, per insider
The Falcons' offseason is going to be dominated by Kirk Cousins, the highest-paid backup quarterback of all time (don't fact-check me). After giving the
NFL rumors: Falcons will release Kirk Cousins
Less than a year after signing him to a massive deal, the Atlanta Falcons are expected to release quarterback Kirk Cousins.
Michael Penix Jr. Is Cheaper And Better For Atlanta Falcons Than Kirk Cousins
The Kirk Cousins fiasco for the Atlanta Falcons led to a $180 million decision, and the winner was Michael Penix Jr. and the Falcons. So far.
Michael Penix Jr.: Kirk Cousins has been great and nothing but supportive
As a contending team, the Falcons took the rare step of replacing their veteran quarterback with a rookie in Week 16.
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Falcons QB Kirk Cousins opens up on 'disappointing' benching: 'I didn't forget how to play'
Nine months after he was introduced by the Atlanta Falcons as the franchise quarterback – with a massive contract and huge expectations – Kirk Cousins now must deal with getting benched.
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REPORT: Surprise AFC Team Emerges As Front-Runner To Land QB Kirk Cousins For The 2025 Season
A surprise AFC team could sign Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins if they move on from him in the offseason.
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Falcons eliminated from playoff race after Buccaneers' win
The Atlanta Falcons have officially been eliminated from the NFL playoff race following the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ win over ...
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Atlanta Falcons bench Kirk Cousins, will go with Michael Penix 'moving forward'
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris announced rookie Michael Penix Jr. will be the starter for the team's upcoming game against the New York Giants, with Kirk Cousins headed to the bench.