What’s next for Kirk Cousins? How the Falcons could move on and where the QB would fit best
4 days, 14 hours ago

What’s next for Kirk Cousins? How the Falcons could move on and where the QB would fit best

New York Times  

Kirk Cousins appeared to be back in peak form as the NFL calendar turned to October. Aaron Rodgers said he thinks Kirk Cousins will be better next year since he’ll be further away from his Achilles injury and feels he has a lot of good years left in him. Whatever the case, Cousins’ relationship with Stefanski could help him trust the Browns to be more straightforward with him than the Falcons were when they surprisingly selected Penix weeks after signing Cousins. For all Cousins’ struggles of late, his EPA per pass play through 14 games this season would rank fourth among all Browns starters since 2000, per TruMedia. Cousins could serve as an attractive bridge to a highly drafted QB, but after what he just experienced with the Falcons, who did not inform Cousins they would select Penix until they were on the clock, going to a rebuilding team almost certain to select a quarterback among the top five picks could shorten his runway sufficiently to make the job less appealing.

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Don’t write off Kirk Cousins just yet despite his benching: Analysis
3 days, 3 hours ago

Don’t write off Kirk Cousins just yet despite his benching: Analysis

Associated Press  

Kirk Cousins didn’t forget how to play quarterback. There’s no sugarcoating the way Cousins played over the past five games. That prompted Falcons coach Raheem Morris to make the bold decision to bench Cousins for rookie Michael Penix Jr. in the middle of a playoff chase. “That guy has carried us,” Morris said after Cousins threw four picks in a …

The Falcons are sticking with Kirk Cousins and may get a break thanks to a soft schedule
1 week, 6 days ago

The Falcons are sticking with Kirk Cousins and may get a break thanks to a soft schedule

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Even when grappling with a four-game losing streak and the uncertainty generated by quarterback Kirk Cousins’ eight interceptions and no touchdown passes in that span, there is some solace for the Atlanta Falcons. “We’re right in this thing,” right guard Chris Lindstrom said Monday before acknowledging he is “obviously not happy or satisfied with where we’re at.” Lindstrom …

Kirk Cousins' Comeback in Atlanta: A Turning Point for the Falcons
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Kirk Cousins' Comeback in Atlanta: A Turning Point for the Falcons

Associated Press  

Kirk Cousins leads a massive turnaround in Atlanta, now he’s got to finish strong. The Falcons (6-3) have a firm grasp on first place in the NFC South, putting them in a strong position to make the playoffs for the first time since the 2017 season. Cousins is a big reason for the renaissance, showing he was very much worth …

Cousins suddenly looks like a $180 million QB leading Falcons’ shocker in Philly
3 months ago

Cousins suddenly looks like a $180 million QB leading Falcons’ shocker in Philly

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — With a year of high hopes on the cusp of a 0-2 start, Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons suddenly found their mojo. “We go around saying it all the time, but when players actually go out and execute it and do it, it’s something that just creates this energy for those guys to be able to get …

Kirk Cousins era begins in Atlanta. Steelers start anew with Russell Wilson and Justin Fields
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Kirk Cousins era begins in Atlanta. Steelers start anew with Russell Wilson and Justin Fields

Associated Press  

Pittsburgh at Atlanta Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, Fox. The Steelers are hopeful that first-round pick RT Troy Fautanu, CB Cory Trice and WR Roman Wilson will be able to suit up against the Falcons.. RB Jaylen Warren was able to practice this week.. For the Falcons, TE Kyle Pitts and LB Nate Landman have been limited in practice.. Atlanta sustained …

Falcons have high expectations after 6 straight losing seasons
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Falcons have high expectations after 6 straight losing seasons

Associated Press  

ATLANTA FALCONS EXPECTATIONS: After six straight losing seasons, owner Arthur Blank spent heavily and expects nothing less than a return to the playoffs. The Falcons fired coach Arthur Smith after he failed to turn things around during his three-year stint, replacing him with former Tampa Bay coach and longtime NFL assistant Raheem Morris. While the Falcons insist Cousins is the …

Falcons owner Arthur Blank defends Michael Penix Jr. pick: We’re ‘independent thinkers’
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Falcons owner Arthur Blank defends Michael Penix Jr. pick: We’re ‘independent thinkers’

New York Times  

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — After more than five decades in business, 81-year-old Arthur Blank thinks a lot about all sorts of succession plans, particularly the one his Atlanta Falcons most recently botched. “We have seen that movie where we didn’t have a franchise quarterback, and we didn’t want to repeat that again,” Blank said Tuesday after visiting Atlanta’s training camp …

Falcons offensive line knows protecting Cousins is vital to team’s hopes for a winning season
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Falcons offensive line knows protecting Cousins is vital to team’s hopes for a winning season

Associated Press  

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Atlanta Falcons left guard Matthew Bergeron doesn’t have to be reminded that protecting the quarterback will be more important than ever with Kirk Cousins taking snaps. “Let’s be honest, he’s kind of old as well,” Bergeron said after Friday’s second practice of training camp. And also everybody appreciates Kirk.. You want to avoid any type of …

Falcons QB Cousins remains on track in recovery from torn right Achilles as team approaches minicamp
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Falcons QB Cousins remains on track in recovery from torn right Achilles as team approaches minicamp

Associated Press  

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins’ recovery from a torn Achilles tendon remains on track as the team approaches next week’s mandatory minicamp. Coach Raheem Morris said Monday he can’t ask for Cousins to do more in the minicamp because “he’s done almost everything” in the organized team activities. “I was planning on basically getting my first …

Atlanta Falcons 2024 schedule: Arthur Smith’s return kicks off challenging September
7 months, 1 week ago

Atlanta Falcons 2024 schedule: Arthur Smith’s return kicks off challenging September

New York Times  

Who were the biggest winners and losers of the NFL schedule release? The wife of new Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins spent the first part of the month just like every other NFL fan — anxiously awaiting the league’s release of its full schedule. After opening against a Steelers team with the world’s most motivated offensive coordinator, the Falcons play at …

Cousins shrugs off drafting of Penix, says he’s ready to make it work for the Falcons
7 months, 1 week ago

Cousins shrugs off drafting of Penix, says he’s ready to make it work for the Falcons

Associated Press  

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Kirk Cousins shrugged off any hard feelings Tuesday over the Atlanta Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr., insisting he’s ready to compete and doesn’t think there will be any issues in the quarterback room. That dynamic has always been there and will always be there.” Even though he’s yet to play a game for the Falcons, Cousins …

Falcons rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. says he is ‘super blessed’ to learn behind starter Kirk Cousins
7 months, 1 week ago

Falcons rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. says he is ‘super blessed’ to learn behind starter Kirk Cousins

Associated Press  

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Michael Penix Jr. insists he’ll have no difficulty adjusting to his role as the backup to new Atlanta Falcons starting quarterback Kirk Cousins. I’m super blessed to be able to be right here in this position with a veteran in front of me, just learning from him and going about my business each and every day …

QB Penix hears from Cousins, Vick after landing with Falcons as NFL draft first-round surprise pick
7 months, 3 weeks ago

QB Penix hears from Cousins, Vick after landing with Falcons as NFL draft first-round surprise pick

Associated Press  

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Michael Penix Jr., the biggest surprise of the NFL draft’s first round, received a congratulatory call from Kirk Cousins on Thursday night even as Cousins’ agent was second-guessing the Atlanta Falcons adding depth to their quarterback spot. He flicked the ball like it was effortless.” Clearly, Penix’s powerful left arm was the primary reason the Falcons, …

Kirk Cousins concerned Falcons’ decision to draft Michael Penix Jr. doesn’t help team this season
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Kirk Cousins concerned Falcons’ decision to draft Michael Penix Jr. doesn’t help team this season

New York Times  

The Atlanta Falcons made a surprising selection taking former Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the No. When Cousins signed with the team this offseason, the Falcons told him they would be drafting a quarterback in the later rounds of this draft. Part of the reason Atlanta selected Penix is that it believes it won’t have a top pick in …

Falcons’ draft won’t be impacted by NFL’s investigation of possible tampering violation with Cousins
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Falcons’ draft won’t be impacted by NFL’s investigation of possible tampering violation with Cousins

Associated Press  

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The NFL’s investigation of the Atlanta Falcons’ possible violation of tampering policies before signing quarterback Kirk Cousins won’t conclude before this week’s NFL draft. For Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot, that means the team won’t lose any draft picks this year as he looks to build around Cousins. The Falcons signed Cousins, the former Minnesota quarterback, …

Kirk Cousins looks to build his postseason legacy with the Falcons
9 months, 1 week ago

Kirk Cousins looks to build his postseason legacy with the Falcons

Associated Press  

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Kirk Cousins has a single playoff victory in his long career. “When the owner, general manager, head coach and quarterback are on the same page, that’s when you really have a chance to go win a Super Bowl,” Cousins said at the team’s suburban training facility. That’s exciting for me and why I’m thrilled to be …

Cousins leaves Vikings for big new contract with Falcons in QB’s latest well-timed trip to market
9 months, 1 week ago

Cousins leaves Vikings for big new contract with Falcons in QB’s latest well-timed trip to market

Associated Press  

Kirk Cousins is leaving Minnesota for Atlanta, landing another big contract with a well-timed foray into free agency. Cousins agreed Monday to a four-year, $180 million deal with $100 million guaranteed with the Falcons, according to a person with knowledge of the terms, speaking on condition of anonymity to The Associated Press because the deal can’t be signed until Wednesday …

$100 million gamble on Kirk Cousins announces the Falcons are done being patient
9 months, 1 week ago

$100 million gamble on Kirk Cousins announces the Falcons are done being patient

New York Times  

The Atlanta Falcons and the Minnesota Vikings traded places Monday. Minnesota head coach Kevin O’Connell said last month at the NFL combine that he was confident a deal was going to get done with Cousins, but, on Monday, Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah released a statement that read in part: “After significant and positive dialogue with Kirk and his representatives, …

Where could Vikings turn at QB if Kirk Cousins leaves? Russell Wilson, Sam Darnold and more
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Where could Vikings turn at QB if Kirk Cousins leaves? Russell Wilson, Sam Darnold and more

New York Times  

If news surfaces next week that quarterback Kirk Cousins has signed with the Atlanta Falcons, it’ll be easy to point to the one comment that foreshadowed all of this. GO DEEPER Vikings’ Kirk Cousins negotiation is test of discipline in front office's long-term vision The Vikings have until next week to secure Cousins before his contract voids and his $28.5 …

Vikings GM says he wants Cousins back at QB as roster remains under construction
11 months, 1 week ago

Vikings GM says he wants Cousins back at QB as roster remains under construction

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — The arrival of Kwesi Adofo-Mensah as Minnesota Vikings general manager two years ago initiated a personnel strategy he branded a “competitive rebuild,” shaped by an organization disinterest in tanking and a dire need for a younger and more financially flexible roster. It’s just competitive, in a window, and I think we’re close to that,” Adofo-Mensah said Wednesday …

Where will Kirk Cousins, Kyler Murray play next year? Setting the stage for 2024 QB carousel
1 year ago

Where will Kirk Cousins, Kyler Murray play next year? Setting the stage for 2024 QB carousel

New York Times  

By now, the Super Bowl contenders are well aware of their standing among the NFL’s hierarchy, while the postseason afterthoughts are assessing their offseason roadmaps. Wilson’s five-year, $242.5 million contract looked like a massive issue throughout 2022, and that may still be the case, which would place him in the category below. He’s on the books in 2024 for a …

Cousins has surgery on his torn Achilles tendon. Vikings have yet to reveal a return timetable
1 year, 1 month ago

Cousins has surgery on his torn Achilles tendon. Vikings have yet to reveal a return timetable

Associated Press  

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins had surgery Wednesday for his torn right Achilles tendon. “What re-energized me was talking with Kirk and, the way his mind works, he’s so process-oriented and so intentional, he’s talking about being back at OTAs, doing all the different things and what his schedule’s going to be,” Minnesota general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah said Wednesday. “And …

Why trading Kirk Cousins is an option the Vikings may soon have to consider
1 year, 2 months ago

Why trading Kirk Cousins is an option the Vikings may soon have to consider

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Broncos vs Vikings in Sunday Night Football action. Zygi Wilf, co-owner of the Minnesota Vikings, had just exited the locker room following Sunday night’s loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. LIVE: QB Kirk Cousins speaks to the media https://t.co/fnL8U9YkEZ — Minnesota Vikings October 9, 2023 There is also a similarly complex slate of questions …

Kirk Cousins is determined to maintain his durability as his future with the Vikings remains unclear
1 year, 3 months ago

Kirk Cousins is determined to maintain his durability as his future with the Vikings remains unclear

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — When Kirk Cousins takes the first snap for the Minnesota Vikings in their season opener, he’ll move into third place on the franchise’s all-time list for games started by a quarterback. “Shame on me if there was more out there to get and I didn’t do all I could,” Cousins said earlier this summer. “You can’t prevent …

‘Built to last': In 10th year, Cousins relishes durability
3 years, 4 months ago

‘Built to last': In 10th year, Cousins relishes durability

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — When his assumed replacement was drafted this spring, Kirk Cousins found himself facing a likely end date for his time with the Minnesota Vikings. If you play smart, you don’t try to be a hero and get hit all the time but you step out of bounds and you get rid of the football and you get …

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