Kirk Cousins, Atlanta Falcons and Michael Penix Jr

Kirk Cousins Will Remain with Falcons as Backup QB for Michael Penix Jr., GM Says
Copyright © 2025 Bleacher Report, Inc. A Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All Rights Reserved.
NFL insider suggests Falcons could make shocking Kirk Cousins decision very soon
But, Breer did go on to mention the fact that Cousins' $10 million roster bonus is due on St. Patrick's Day and, if he's on the roster at that point, it makes things a whole lot more difficult if the Falcons were to suddenly have a change of heart.
Falcons GM says team will move forward with Kirk Cousins as backup for Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot and head coach Raheem Morris touched down in Indianapolis this week for the NFL Combine. Fontenot spoke to the media on Tuesday and made it clear that Cousins will be the backup behind Michael Penix Jr.
Jets Rumors: Kirk Cousins Linked to NY If Falcons Cut QB; Sam Darnold 'Not Realistic'
Copyright © 2025 Bleacher Report, Inc. A Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All Rights Reserved.
ESPN predicts Falcons QB Kirk Cousins' next NFL team
Last year, Cousins passed for 3,508 yards, 18 touchdowns and 16 interceptions before Penix took over. The Falcons are currently $5.2 million over the cap and would add a $40 million dead cap hit by releasing Cousins after June 1. A trade isn't off the table, but the team would need the 36-year-old to sign off on any deal due to his contract.
Falcons only have themselves to blame Kirk Cousins injury saga
Kirk Cousins claims he was hurt. The Atlanta Falcons claim they had no idea. The real reason this all happened is Michael Penix Jr.
Falcons position on QB Kirk Cousins 'hasn't changed'
Atlanta is all in on quarterback Michael Penix Jr. as the face of the franchise, but the Falcons insist they don't have to part with high-priced No. 2 Kirk Cousins.
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.
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 Network on Michael Penix Jr. 'Something to get Excited About'
The Atlanta Falcons have gone all in on quarterback Michael Penix Jr., and Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network likes what he sees.
Falcons Wire8h
Where does Michael Penix Jr. rank among draft's recent QB prospects?
Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams was the highest-rated prospect in ESPN's pre-draft rankings. Trevor Lawrence of the ...
Falcons GM’s $10M decision signals Kirk cousins’ future as Michael Penix Jr. gets clear QB1 message
The Atlanta Falcons experienced a major shift in their quarterback situation. After signing Kirk Cousins to a lucrative deal, ...
Hosted on MSN4d
Did Terry Fontenot's time with Saints influence Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr.?
The Falcons drafted Michael Penix Jr. and signed Kirk Cousins last year. Terry Fontenot was asked if his time with the Saints ...
Atlanta Falcons On SI on MSN13d
Bijan Robinson Makes Michael Penix Jr.'s Transition Easier for Atlanta Falcons
Even after finally inserting first-round pick Michael Penix Jr. into the lineup, the Atlanta Falcons went into the offseason ...
Atlanta Falcons 2025 offseason, NFLPA report card: 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 ...
Sporting News6d
Falcons’ Raheem Morris, Terry Fontenot break silence on Kirk Cousins’ surprise injury admission, name QB1
After starting the season 6-3, the Falcons collapsed, beginning with a Week 10 game against the New Orleans Saints. Cousins ...