Falcons, Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr

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.
Why Falcons loss to Commanders proved they made right call to bench Kirk Cousins for Michael Penix Jr.
Even in their loss to the Commanders, the Falcons look to have made the right call between Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr.
Ex-Vikings QB Kirk Cousins Gets More Bad News After Falcons Benching
The Atlanta Falcons shelved quarterback Kirk Cousins ahead of their Week 15 matchup with the New York Giants, the first time in years Cousins was a QB2 while healthy. And things only got worse from there.
Falcons bench Kirk Cousins, will start rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
With Cousins struggling and Atlanta’s playoff chances dwindling, Coach Raheem Morris announced Penix as the starter going forward.
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.
Kirk Cousins contract details: How easy is trading Falcons QB after benching?
Kirk Cousins was one of the prized free agents of the 2024 NFL offseason. The Falcons have benched the QB and may look to offload his contract.
Michael Penix Jr. Is Cheaper And Better For Atlanta Falcons Than Kirk Cousins
The Kirk Cousins fiasco for the Atlanta Falcons led to a $180 million decision, and the winner was Michael Penix Jr. and the Falcons. So far.
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.
Asked & Answered, Week 17: Did the Falcons do the right thing drafting Michael Penix Jr. after all?
When Atlanta drafted Michael Penix Jr. just weeks after signing Kirk Cousins to a massive franchise-cornerstone deal, the disbelief and derision rained down from all corners of the NFL world — fans, media,
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Why a Washington Commanders Kirk Cousins reunion could be in the cards for 2025
Cousins has entertained the possibility of a return to D.C., and will likely be on the move again this spring.
Kirk Cousins' wife Julie reflects on old Washington home amid return
Julie Cousins, the wife of Falcons QB Kirk Cousins, shared a nostalgic look back at their old Washington home ahead of the ...
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Don’t write off Kirk Cousins just yet despite his benching
Kirk Cousins didn’t forget ... “It’s pro football. There’s a standard that I have for myself, that the team has for me,” Cousins said. “Unfortunately, I wasn’t playing up to that ...
Washington Sends Message to Michael Penix Jr. After Being Named Starter
Some major news broke out of Atlanta on Tuesday night when Falcons head coach Raheem Morris officially revealed that veteran ...
Next Team for Falcons' Kirk Cousins? NFL Insider Ian Rapoport's 'Option'
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins will likely be searching for a new team this offseason -- and insider Ian Rapoport ...