Kirk Cousins, Falcons and Michael Penix

Michael Penix Jr. Has Serious Praise for How Kirk Cousins Has Handled Benching
Cousins has shown nothing but respect to Penix ever since being benched, whether it was handing him compliments or praying with him before a game. Penix opened up more about Cousins's influence on him and shared his gratitude for how the veteran has treated him in this odd circumstance.
Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. drops 'great' Kirk Cousins truth bomb after QB change
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Report: Browns expected to spin the wheels on Falcons QB Kirk Cousins
The Falcons season isn’t technically over, but they’ll need a lot of help to capture a postseason berth. They will have to beat the Panthers on Sunday, and they’ll need the Saints, who are two-touchdown underdogs,
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. says Kirk Cousins is 'Heavily Involved'
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins has been a quality backup to rookie Michael Penix Jr., said head coach Raheem Morris.
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.
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.
AFC Team Showing Interest in Falcons' Kirk Cousins: Report
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler and Daniel Oyefusi reported Thursday that one team's offseason evaluations at quarterback will include Atlanta Falcons signal caller Kirk Cousins.
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.
Michael Penix Jr.: Kirk Cousins has been great and nothing but supportive
As a contending team, the Falcons took the rare step of replacing their veteran quarterback with a rookie in Week 16.
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Atlanta Falcons bench Kirk Cousins, will go with Michael Penix 'moving forward'
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris announced rookie Michael Penix Jr. will be the starter for the team's upcoming game against the New York Giants, with Kirk Cousins headed to the bench.
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Report: Atlanta Falcons plan to release Kirk Cousins after only one season
The Atlanta Falcons made an intriguing decision this offseason, and that was giving Kirk Cousins a four-year, $180 ...
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REPORT: Kirk Cousins “Could Retire” In Shocking Twist Following His Benching By The Atlanta Falcons
Kirk Cousins is mulling retirement after the Falcons benched him and plans on cutting him from the roster this offseason.
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Kirk Cousins landing spots: Ranking Falcons QB's top 10 best team fits in 2025
Kirk Cousins' descent might have started off slowly, but his demise with the Atlanta Falcons wrapped up in a hurry. In a four-game losing streak that pushed the Falcons out of first place in ...