ESPN's Chris Russo absolutely crushed Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot for how they handled quarterback Kirk Cousins's injury at the end of the season.

The Falcons drafted Michael Penix Jr. and signed Kirk Cousins last year. Terry Fontenot was asked if his time with the Saints influenced the decision:

Chris "Mad Dog" Russo fumes at the Atlanta Falcons' front office for saying they were unaware of Kirk Cousins' injuries during the season.

The Falcons were unaware that QB Kirk Cousins was dealing with an injury late last season beyond a single injury report. Cousins, who had hurt his right shoulder and right elbow in Week 10, is expected to remain QB 2 in 2025.

Falcons GM Terry Fontenot and coach Raheem Morris will be in Indianapolis this week for the NFL combine as they look to improve the roster.

In terms of the short term, ESPN’s NFL insider Jeremy Fowler made an interesting note over the weekend in regard to one quarterback potentially available this offseason: Kirk Cousins. Cousins, 36, signed a four-year,

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

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.

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ESPN's Dan Graziano believes the Giants are linked to both Kirk Cousins, Sam Darnold, and Aaron Rodgers ahead of NFL free agency in March.

The Falcons may not trade Kirk Cousins this offseason for financial reasons, which could lead to the quarterback being cut.