Falcons send Kirk Cousins to rebuilding AFC team

Falcons, Kirk Cousins could end up playing a game of contract chicken
The Falcons need to decide what to do with Kirk Cousins. The most obvious choices are these: (1) pay him $27.5 million to serve as the backup to Michael Penix Jr. in 2025; or (2) cut Cousins before a $10 million injury guarantee in 2026 transforms into a full guarantee.
What Are The Falcons Going To Do With Kirk Cousins In NFL Free Agency?
The Atlanta Falcons and quarterback Kirk Cousins are headed for a breakup. What will the Falcons do with Cousins for NFL free agency?
Falcons send Kirk Cousins to rebuilding AFC team in proposed trade
The Atlanta Falcons were initially praised for signing Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract during the 2024 offseason, but that move has not aged well. Cousins never looked fully healthy and eventually lost his job due to poor performance.
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Grade the Trade: Browns could jump to front of line to relieve Falcons of Kirk Cousins
The Cleveland Browns are in desperate need of a quarterback. The Atlanta Falcons are ready to cut ties with Kirk Cousins. Might a trade be in order?
Albert Breer maintains Falcons will cut Kirk Cousins amid Browns, Rams rumors
NFL reporters believe the Falcons will cut Kirk Cousins, most notably Adam Schefter, but Terry Fontenot remains adamant that the organization is comfortable keeping the veteran in Atlantas as Michael Penix Jr.
Insider predicts Atlanta Falcons’ decision with Kirk Cousins, 2 potential landing spots
Michael Penix Jr. will be the Atlanta Falcons starting quarterback in 2025, leaving Kirk Cousins with an uncertain future less
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NFL Rumors: Insiders Predict Kirk Cousins Will be Browns' QB If Cam Ward Isn't Drafted
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