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
NFL rumors: Falcons’ ultimate Kirk Cousins decision gets ‘strong odds’ take
The Atlanta Falcons have plenty of work to do this NFL offseason. Atlanta finished the regular season 8-9 and missed the NFC playoffs. Now the Falcons must transition into offseason mode and attempt to fix what went wrong last season.
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: Insiders Predict Kirk Cousins Will be Browns' QB If Cam Ward Isn't Drafted
Copyright © 2025 Bleacher Report, Inc. A Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All Rights Reserved.
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.
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 not budging in $180 million Kirk Cousins saga
Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot indicated Tuesday that he would be comfortable keeping Cousins as the NFL’s most expensive backup in the second year of the four-year, $180 million free-agent contract that he signed last offseason.
Kirk Cousins Predicted to Lead Struggling AFC Team in 2025
The Atlanta Falcons have stated publicly they will consider bringing back quarterback Kirk Cousins in 2025 if only to serve as the team's backup behind Michael Penix Jr. However, it's also been speculated upon by NFL insider Adam Schefter that the team will move on, whether via trade or outright releasing the 37-year-old signal-caller.
Buccaneers’ rival Falcons make decision on quarterback situation with Kirk Cousins
The Atlanta Falcons had a disappointing 2024 campaign. Much of the optimism going into the season stemmed from the team signing free agent veteran quarterback K
Falcons Could Try To Squat On Kirk Cousins To Force Pay Cut?
The conventional thinking around the NFL is that the Falcons will release QB Kirk Cousins to avoid another $10 million of his contract becoming guaranteed in 2026.
Browns Rumors: Kirk Cousins, Daniel Jones, Carson Wentz Linked Amid Watson Injury
Copyright © 2025 Bleacher Report, Inc. A Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All Rights Reserved.
Browns QB Deshaun Watson Gets Bad News on NFL Future
Deshaun Watson is determined to make a comeback after his latest injury setback but his time with the Cleveland Browns is likely over for good. The post Browns QB Deshaun Watson Gets Bad News on NFL ...