In this blockbuster trade proposal, the Atlanta Falcons trade quarterback Kirk Cousins to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
It won't surprise Atlanta Falcons fans to learn that their biggest 2025 projected cap hit is Kirk Cousins. A problem that is unlikely to get any better unless t
Atlanta's pass rush showed life, but the secondary got burned. The pass blocking held up, but Kyle Pitts had another disappointing season.
Perhaps the biggest layer is Cousins's no-trade clause. He has the right to waive it and decline trades to other teams, which makes sense for his camp considering a trade would detract assets from his new team. Fontenot said whether the Falcons can adjust Cousins's no-trade clause is a private discussion that will happen in due time.
Good thing Michael Penix Jr. is playing on a rookie contract because Cousins will be expensive for the Falcons no matter where he plays.
The Falcons are supposedly OK with a $180 million backup quarterback. Atlanta general manager Terry Fontenot said the franchise is “comfortable” with keeping Kirk Cousins on as the No. 2 behind Michael Penix Jr. in 2025.
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said the team is still working through the future of quarterback Kirk Cousins.
When the Atlanta Falcons benched Kirk Cousins for rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. late in December, the move signaled a shift toward the
Bleacher Report's Maurice Moton proposed the Atlanta Falcons could trade quarterback Kirk Cousins to an NFC foe for a possible starting safety and a draft pick.
Many believe that the Falcons will want to move on from Kirk Cousins after benching him. Atlanta's GM dumped some cold water on that theory.
Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot suggested Thursday that veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins could remain on the roster next season as the
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Kirk Cousins intends to play in 2025
Cousins’ concerning 2024 form will drastically alter his market, though a degree of interest should still emerge.