The Falcons, Michael Penix and Kirk Cousins

Why Falcons benching Kirk Cousins for Michael Penix Jr. is not the right move
The Falcons are giving the football to Michael Penix Jr. over Kirk Cousins, but there are many ways that can go wrong for the young QB.
Why the Falcons benched Kirk Cousins and what they expect from Michael Penix Jr.
Cousins called Penix on Tuesday night to offer his support. The rookie QB admitted he'll be nervous running out of the tunnel on Sunday.
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For flailing Falcons, surprise QB switch to Michael Penix Jr. was a matter of time
The Falcons can't be sure of what to expect from Michael Penix Jr. in his first start, but Atlanta still is ready to bet on the rookie QB.
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. throws first career TD pass to Kyle Pitts
WATCH: Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. throws first career TD to Kyle Pitts on 4th and goal to tie the game against the Commanders
Falcons QB Penix gets engaged days after first career NFL start
Penix, the former Washington Huskies standout, was named the Falcons starter in Week 16, replacing veteran Kirk Cousins, who struggled for more than a month. Penix was picked No.
Falcons rookie Michael Penix Jr. announces engagement 6 days after 1st career start
Michael Penix Jr. had a lot on his plate this week. On Sunday, he made his debut as an NFL starter, leading the Atlanta Falcons to a win over the New York Giants. Later in the week, he got engaged. In a video posted to Instagram on Saturday,
Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. announces engagement | Photos
Penix, 24, announced his engagement to his girlfriend, now fiancée, Olivia Carter, over the weekend. In a joint post on Instagram, the couple shared proposal photos.
Michael Penix Jr. announces engagement amid Falcons start
Michael Penix Jr. is starting his NFL career as an engaged man. The Atlanta Falcons rookie QB who had his first NFL game against the New York Giants at home winning, 34-7, announced that he is engaged to his girlfriend Olivia Carter.
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The Atlanta Falcons have benched Kirk Cousins in favor of rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr., essentially spelling the end of Cousins' time with the Falcons.
Falcons' Kirk Cousins breaks silence after benching
For the first time since being officially benched by the Atlanta Falcons in favor of rookie Michael Penix Jr ., Kirk Cousins ...
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Falcons expected to release Kirk Cousins after just one season following lackluster play: report
When Kirk Cousins signed his four-year, $180 million contract with the Atlanta Falcons in March, no one expected that he would be benched before the end of his first season. With Cousins being ...
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Kirk Cousins expected to be released by Falcons before $10M bonus hits
A Kirk Cousins-Falcons divorce is nigh. The veteran 13-year quarterback is expected to be cut by Atlanta before his $10 million roster bonus hits on March 17, but many sources around the league ...
Falcons' Cousins Says He 'Didn't Forget How to Play Quarterback' After Losing Starting Job to Penix
After losing his job as the Atlanta Falcons' starting quarterback, Kirk Cousins is promising to support rookie Michael Penix ...
NFL News: Kirk Cousins will be available in free agency
In an unexpected turn of events, a star quarterback has been added to the list of top names available toward free agency in ...
Kirk Cousins benched: Raheem Morris says nothing permanent in NFL in naming Michael Penix Jr. new Falcons QB
The 7-7 Atlanta Falcons are making a massive move with a playoff spot in the balance. Quarterback Kirk Cousins is being ...
Falcons Set to Make Decision on Kirk Cousins's Future With Team Following Benching
Kirk Cousins's future in Atlanta came into question the moment ... Blake has covered the WNBA, NBA, G League and ...
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Atlanta Falcons' Drake London Reaches 1,000 Receiving Yards, First Time In NFL Career
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London has had a career year in 2024. The third-year wide receiver out of USC has eclipsed 1,000 receiving yards for the fir ...