Kirk Cousins, Falcons locked in standoff

Kirk Cousins' explanation for his late-season decline made the Falcons look so incompetent
The Falcons went into their Week 10 game against the Saints leading the division at 6-3 and looking poised to end the franchise’s six-season playoff drought (now seven). But from that loss to New Orleans, something went terribly wrong for Atlanta, and it was clear that Kirk Cousins wasn’t right.
Kirk Cousins, Falcons locked in standoff as $10 million decision looms
Either way, the Falcons appear to be committed to Penix as their No. 1 QB going forward after he closed the regular season with three strong performances as the team’s starter, while Atlanta lost four of Cousins’ five final starts. The team could either trade or release Cousins, who also battled injuries last season.
Intriguing Trade Proposal Sees Falcons’ Kirk Cousins Dealt For A Quarterback Disruptor
A blockbuster trade package proposed by Pro Football Focus has the Cleveland Browns as a possible destination for the veteran quarterback. The Falcons are now in a precarious position after Cousins was said to have injured his shoulder and elbow, which led to his second-half collapse and benching in favor of rookie Michael Penix.
Kirk Cousins reveals more injury details from 2024 season
The 2024 season was arguably the worst of Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins ‘ 13-year NFL career. Coming off an Achilles injury that prematurely ended his 2023 campaign, Cousins signed a four-year, $180 million deal with the quarterback-needy Falcons in free agency.
NFL Insider Casts Major Doubt on Kirk Cousins' Falcons Future: 'No Way in Hell'
NFL insider Jason La Canfora gave several reasons why the Atlanta Falcons cannot afford to keep Kirk Cousins on their 2025 NFL roster.
Kirk Cousins' words may have cost the Falcons another draft pick
The admission culminated in a $250k team fine, $50k fine for GM Terry Fontenot, and the loss of a fifth-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. It was a tough pill to swallow, especially after the contract aged like milk.
Top NFL Insider Expects Falcons' Kirk Cousins To Be Released Before Big Bonus
The Atlanta Falcons have been in the news lately, with conflicting opinions on whether they intend to keep quarterback Kirk Cousins or release him before his $10 million roster bonus kicks in on March 17th. A top NFL Insider seems to think that Atlanta will release Cousins.
Falcons QB Kirk Cousins now says injury affected his late-season play
Cousins says he suffered a shoulder injury in Week 10 against the Saints and never returned to full strength afterward.
NFLN: Kirk Cousins, Falcons Haven't Spoken Since Season Ended amid Cut, Trade Rumors
Veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins reportedly has not spoken to Atlanta Falcons leadership since the conclusion of the 2024 regular season. According to
Why Falcons source believes Kirk Cousins could have bounce-back season in 2025
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins endured a rough stretch of play this past fall. But at least some within the organization believe he could be in for a better season in 2025.
'No Communication' Between Falcons, Kirk Cousins on Future
There's been radio silence between Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons regarding the veteran quarterback's future with the team.
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