Some NFL Execs Not Buying Falcons Releasing Kirk Cousins

Report: Some NFL Execs Not Buying Falcons Releasing Kirk Cousins
Over his final five starts, Cousins threw only one touchdown and nine interceptions while the Falcons went just 1-4. He later said he suffered right elbow and right shoulder injur
NFL analyst predicts Falcons QB Kirk Cousins' next NFL team
For the fourth year in a row, the Atlanta Falcons will enter the season with a different starting quarterback. Michael Penix Jr. took over for Kirk Cousins in Week 16 of the 2024 season and the team isn't looking back.
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 not budging in $180 million Kirk Cousins saga
Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot indicated Tuesday that he would be comfortable keeping Cousins as the NFL’s most expensive backup in the second year of the four-year, $180 million free-agent contract that he signed last offseason.
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 and eventually lost his job due to poor performance.
Kirk Cousins Expected to Strong-Arm Falcons, Win Offseason Battle
Cousins and the Falcons got off to a good start last season, but poor play and injury issues revealed after the fact slowed the quarterback down along with Atlanta's offense. Eventually the Falcons benched Cousins in favor of Penix, but it was too late to make the playoffs.
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
NFL rumors: Falcons’ ultimate Kirk Cousins decision gets ‘strong odds’ take
The Atlanta Falcons have plenty of work to do this NFL offseason. Atlanta finished the regular season 8-9 and missed the NFC playoffs. Now the Falcons must transition into offseason mode and attempt to fix what went wrong last season.
Falcons Could Try To Squat On Kirk Cousins To Force Pay Cut?
The conventional thinking around the NFL is that the Falcons will release QB Kirk Cousins to avoid another $10 million of his contract becoming guaranteed in 2026.
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.
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Terry Fontenot on what to do with Kirk Cousins: ‘We have to do what’s right for the Falcons’
INDIANAPOLIS — Falcons still are considering their options with veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins, general manager Terry Fontenot said Tuesday at the NFL Scouting Combine. He contended that ...
Yankees’ Jake Cousins says it would be ‘cool’ if QB cousin Kirk played for Giants or Jets
TAMPA — The Cousins cousins had a family reunion Saturday at Yankees camp. Veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins came to Steinbrenner Field to visit relative and Yankees reliever Jake Cousins, and to make ...
NFL rumors: Falcons open to big draft trade to help bolster defense
NFL insider suggests Falcons might be open to making a trade on NFL Draft night to improve their struggling defense ...
Is Falcons' best chance to aid ailing pass rush a Super Bowl champ, not a draft pick?
If not now, when? That should be the mantra for the Atlanta Falcons this offseason. Atlanta was talented enough to win the ...