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Former Vikings QB Kirk Cousins Gets More Bad News From Falcons
The Minnesota Vikings dodged the mess that former starting quarterback Kirk Cousins is now navigating with the Atlanta Falco.
What happened to Kirk Cousins? Why Falcons QB was benched in favor of Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta has competed in the NFC South race throughout the season, but Cousins struggled in the second half. The 36-year-old threw just one touchdown compared to nine interceptions over a five-game stretch prior to being benched, and the Falcons went 1-4 in those games.
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’ 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 reportedly plan to hold Kirk Cousins’ feet to the fire this offseason
The Falcons are going to have a busy offseason building the team around their new franchise quarterback in Michael Penix Jr., but they’ll also have to make a decision on Kirk Cousins’ future.
Kirk Cousins has left the building. What’s next for him and the Falcons?
Good thing Michael Penix Jr. is playing on a rookie contract because Cousins will be expensive for the Falcons no matter where he plays.
USA Today20d
The Falcons benching Kirk Cousins ends his once promising Comeback Player of the Year campaign
That stretch of football through Week 9 made the ... An unfortunate turn of events for bettors, as Cousins remained the fifth-most bet player to win the award by money at BetMGM.
New York Post20d
How Kirk Cousins reacted to Falcons’ benching as Michael Penix Jr. era begins
The move to bench Kirk Cousins on Tuesday in favor of rookie ... He’s a great father. He’s a great football player. He’s done a lot of great things for us this year. He handled it with ...
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Kirk Cousins benched: Raheem Morris says nothing permanent in NFL in naming Michael Penix Jr. new Falcons QB
Morris told reporters on Wednesday that Cousins was disappointed by the decision, but added he's "a pro, he's a great human, a great father, a great football player," per NFL Media. "He handled ...
QB Penix gives Falcons reason for hope as defense faces possible offseason changes after 8-9 finish
Back-to-back overtime losses to Washington and Carolina left rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and the Atlanta Falcons ...
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Falcons QB Kirk Cousins accepts benching, but says 'I didn't forget how to play quarterback'
Cousins hadn't played anywhere near the standard ... he's a great father, he's a great football player, he's done a lot of great things for us this year. He handled it with class.
SNF best bets: Top player props, anytime TD scorers for Commanders vs. Falcons
The Commanders are hosting the Falcons in what could be a key game for the NFC playoff picture. Here are some bets to back on ...
NFL players who use platform to share their faith say it’s their duty to spread their love for Jesus
Jake Bates was standing on the turf in his hometown of Houston when asked to reflect on an unlikely journey from learning how to sell bricks to making game-winning kicks for the Detroit Lions.
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The day after: Falcons’ lockerroom a quiet place as 2024 season comes to an end
Several players turned down interview requests, quarterback Kirk Cousins skipped the session altogether the day after losing the 2024 season finale.