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Michael Strahan gives hard truth to Kirk Cousins after rookie Michael Penix shines in first Falcons start

December 23, 2024

Michael Strahan gives hard truth to Kirk Cousins after rookie Michael Penix shines in first Falcons start

NFL Hall of Famer Michael Strahan gave a blunt assessment of Kirk Cousins this season after Michael Penix Jr., the Falcons' first-round pick, took over as starter on Sunday.

Falcons expected to release Kirk Cousins after just one season following lackluster play: report

December 21, 2024

Falcons expected to release Kirk Cousins after just one season following lackluster play: report

The Atlanta Falcons are expected to release quarterback Kirk Cousins after just one season due to lackluster play, with rookie Michael Penix Jr. taking his place.

Drew Lock is expected back at QB when free-falling Giants face the Falcons

December 18, 2024

Drew Lock is expected back at QB when free-falling Giants face the Falcons

After sitting out a game with a heel injury, Drew Lock is expected back at quarterback when the New York Giants face the Falcons in Atlanta on Sunday

Falcons benching Kirk Cousins, will start Michael Penix Jr. in response to 36-year-old's poor play

December 17, 2024

Falcons benching Kirk Cousins, will start Michael Penix Jr. in response to 36-year-old's poor play

The Atlanta Falcons announced Tuesday night they have decided to start Michael Penix Jr. at quarterback in response to Kirk Cousins' poor play.

Raheem Morris admits Falcons need 'to play better at the quarterback position' as Kirk Cousins struggles

December 17, 2024

Raheem Morris admits Falcons need 'to play better at the quarterback position' as Kirk Cousins struggles

The Atlanta Falcons snapped a four-game losing streak by defeating the hapless Raiders, but quarterback Kirk Cousins continued to struggle.

Falcons snap 4-game losing streak in much-needed win over Raiders

December 16, 2024

Falcons snap 4-game losing streak in much-needed win over Raiders

The Atlanta Falcons snapped their 4-game losing streak, as Kirk Cousins finally threw a touchdown pass in a win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday night.

NFL will consider expanding replay assist for facemask penalties

December 11, 2024

NFL will consider expanding replay assist for facemask penalties

The NFL will consider expanding replay assist to include facemask penalties and other plays in the wake of noted missed calls.

Falcons should 'roll the dice' and start Michael Penix Jr amid Kirk Cousins struggles, Super Bowl champ says

December 9, 2024

Falcons should 'roll the dice' and start Michael Penix Jr amid Kirk Cousins struggles, Super Bowl champ says

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins is facing enormous pressure and one Super Bowl champion is calling on the team to make a change in the final few weeks.

Vikings' Sam Darnold wrecks Falcons with 5 touchdowns, spoils Kirk Cousins' return to Minnesota

December 8, 2024

Vikings' Sam Darnold wrecks Falcons with 5 touchdowns, spoils Kirk Cousins' return to Minnesota

Kirk Cousins' return to U.S. Bank Stadium wasn't ceremonious, as Sam Darnold, his replacement as the Minnesota Vikings' quarterback, threw 5 touchdowns to wreck the Atlanta Falcons.

NFL offseason QB market: Where might Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, others land?

December 5, 2024

NFL offseason QB market: Where might Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, others land?

There could be plenty of big-name QBs available this offseason, but they all come with risks that could keep most from finding a starting job.