Kirk Cousins, Atlanta Falcons and NFL

Falcons 2024 takeaways: Kirk Cousins costs, veteran additions flop, rookies sit
Atlanta's pass rush showed life, but the secondary got burned. The pass blocking held up, but Kyle Pitts had another disappointing season.
NFL Analyst Reveals Surprise Suitor for Veteran QB Kirk Cousins if the Falcons Decide To Trade Him
The Atlanta Falcons signed veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins to a lucrative four-year, $180 million contract last offseason in hopes of bringing a Super Bowl to Atlanta. Instead, Cousins was benched in favor of rookie QB Michael Penix Jr.
NFL rumors: Falcons’ Kirk Cousins plan if they fail to trade QB
While the Atlanta Falcons missed the playoffs, they have found their quarterback of the present and future in Michael Penix. But Penix’s emergence has left Kirk Cousins’ future with the Falcons hanging in the balance.
Falcons 'very comfortable' keeping Kirk Cousins as backup QB, GM says
Many believe that the Falcons will want to move on from Kirk Cousins after benching him. Atlanta's GM dumped some cold water on that theory.
Falcons ‘comfortable’ with Kirk Cousins as $180M backup QB with contract decision looming
The Falcons are supposedly OK with a $180 million backup quarterback. Atlanta general manager Terry Fontenot said the franchise is “comfortable” with keeping Kirk Cousins on as the No. 2 behind Michael Penix Jr. in 2025.
Falcons predicted to trade $180 million star QB to NFC East
Many believed the Atlanta Falcons found their missing piece when they inked Kirk Cousins to a massive four year, $180 million deal last offseason. Atlanta's offense had been constructed with multiple weapons that included Drake London,
Falcons See 'Lot of Layers' to Kirk Cousins Trade
November, the Atlanta Falcons didn't anticipate having conversations about the future of quarterback Kirk Cousins-- but now, they have no choice. And the Falcons are locked in a world of complications.
Bleacher Report proposes five trades for Falcons, Kirk Cousins
Kirk Cousins and the defense. They will have to explore ways of getting rid of the veteran while supporting their franchise quarterback in Michael Penix Jr.
Giants predicted to trade for four-time Pro Bowl quarterback
One NFL analyst predicts that the New York Giants will trade a 2025 draft pick and CB Cor’Dale Flott for a four-time Pro Bowl ...
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Falcons GM Terry Fontenot 'comfortable' with Kirk Cousins as backup quarterback in 2025
Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot said the team wouldn’t hesitate bringing back Kirk Cousins next season as Michael ...
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Top NFL Trade Packages for Kirk Cousins If Falcons Move QB in Offseason
When the Atlanta Falcons benched Kirk Cousins for rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. late in December ... Gang Green ...
Falcons GM Addresses Kirk Cousins's Future With Franchise After Rough Season
Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot addressed Cousins’s future with the franchise in Thursday’s media session and admitted ...
Falcons GM Fontenot insists team is ‘very comfortable’ with keeping QB Cousins as a backup to Penix
Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot says the team is “very comfortable” with keeping Kirk Cousins on the roster ...
Giants Predicted to Trade Starter for $180 Million Four-Time Pro Bowl Quarterback
"The Giants don't have a quarterback under contract for 2025, so they will likely add a veteran with significant starting ...