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
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.
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 Know Kirk Cousins Contract 'Not Ideal' for Backup QB
Fontenot said Tuesday at the NFL combine in Indianapolis that Cousins is still the Falcons' backup amid talks of a potential trade or release when free agency opens March 12.
NFL rumors: Insider makes Kirk Cousins trade prediction that Falcons won't like
The Falcons may not trade Kirk Cousins this offseason for financial reasons, which could lead to the quarterback being cut.
Falcons GM addresses Kirk Cousins' future in Atlanta
NFL Scouting Combine is getting underway and the Atlanta Falcons' top brass are in attendance. General manager Terry Fontenot addressed the media on Tuesday morning, fielding several questions. Naturally,
Atlanta Falcons Surprised by Kirk Cousins Injury Comments
Locked in a conversation of heresy, Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot denied quarterback Kirk Cousins's injury claims.
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.
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 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.
Falcons Announce Decision on Kirk Cousins Before 2025 Season
Despite signing a four-year, $180 million contract to be the starting quarterback of the Atlanta Falcons, Kirk Cousins found ...
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 ...