Falcons bench Kirk Cousins: Logical landing spots for QB if Atlanta moves on after 2024 NFL season

Kirk Cousins benched: Raheem Morris says nothing permanent in NFL in naming Michael Penix Jr. new Falcons QB

Morris speaks on Cousins' benching for the first time

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Falcons bench Kirk Cousins: What is Atlanta getting with new starting QB Michael Penix Jr.?

And how is he different from the now-benched Kirk Cousins?

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Why the Falcons Are Benching Kirk Cousins for a Rookie Quarterback

The last five games convinced Atlanta it could no longer stick to the plan, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - 3h

Fantasy Football Storylines to Watch in Week 16: With Kirk Cousins benched, what should we expect from Michael Penix Jr.?

Fantasy football analyst Chris Allen spins forward some key Week 15 results for managers heading into their playoff semifinals.

Yahoo Sports - 4h

Can Michael Penix Jr. lead a Falcons playoff push? Are Kirk Cousins' days in Atlanta over?

Atlanta's win Sunday was not enough to buy Cousins more time, as the Falcons are turning to their rookie.

ESPN - 5h

Falcons say Penix to start at QB moving forward

The Falcons are making a change at quarterback, with coach Raheem Morris announcing Tuesday night that rookie Michael Penix Jr. will be the team's starter moving forward.

ESPN - 3h

Falcons bench Kirk Cousins: Logical landing spots for QB if Atlanta moves on after 2024 NFL season

What's next for the embattled signal-caller?

CBS Sports - 5h

Falcons bench Kirk Cousins: Can Atlanta get out of his $180M contract? Exploring options for 2025, beyond

What's next for the Falcons from a financial perspective?

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Kirk Cousins is done as Falcons' starting QB. What's next for the player and team?

Atlanta is turning to Michael Penix Jr. and isn't looking back. But this raises serious questions about the future for the Falcons and the veteran quarterback.

Yahoo Sports - 15h

Falcons couldn't hide from Kirk Cousins' flaws, $100 million be damned

Think about how bad that win over the Raiders had to feel in order to make this move.

Yahoo Sports - 17h

Falcons name rookie Michael Penix Jr. as starting QB, benching veteran Kirk Cousins

The Atlanta Falcons are turning to rookie Michael Penix Jr. as their starting quarterback and benching veteran Kirk Cousins as they fight for their first playoff berth since 2017

ABC News - 18h

Falcons make QB change: Kirk Cousins benched in favor of rookie Michael Penix Jr.

Cousins signed a four-year, $180 million deal, with $100 million guaranteed this offseason

CBS Sports - 18h

Atlanta Falcons name Michael Penix Jr. starting quarterback, benching veteran Kirk Cousins

ABC News - 18h

Falcons rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. named starter over veteran Kirk Cousins

The Atlanta Falcons will start rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

NBC News - 19h

After being benched for Michael Penix Jr., what's next for Kirk Cousins?

With Kirk Cousins heading to the bench in Atlanta, it's safe to say his time with the team is over.

Yahoo Sports - 19h

Falcons name rookie Michael Penix Jr. starting QB over Kirk Cousins

Michael Penix Jr. is slated to finish the Falcons' season at quarterback with the playoffs at stake.

Yahoo Sports - 20h

Falcons coach noncommittal on Cousins as QB1

Falcons coach Raheem Morris was noncommittal Tuesday when asked if Kirk Cousins would remain the team's starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the Giants.

ESPN - 20h

Kirk Cousins acknowledges he must play better if Atlanta Falcons are to make a playoff push

If the Atlanta Falcons are going to make a playoff push, coach Raheem Morris and quarterback Kirk Cousins both know the 13-year veteran needs to improve his play over the last three games of the ...

ABC News - 1d

Falcons coach Raheem Morris on Kirk Cousins' struggles: 'We have to play better at the quarterback position'

Cousins has thrown one touchdown compared to nine interceptions over the past five games

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Falcons limp past 2-win Raiders in another tepid effort from offense, Kirk Cousins

A win is a win in the NFL. Just don’t expect Atlanta to clip this one for the highlight reel.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Odell Beckham Jr. landing spots: Logical fits for former Pro Bowl WR after clearing waivers

The former Dolphin is looking for his next squad

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Monday Night Football: How to watch the Atlanta Falcons vs. Las Vegas Raiders NFL game tonight

The Falcons play the Raiders in a Monday Night Football doubleheader this week. Here's how to watch all the action on the field.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Sam Darnold resurgence: What potential contract extension could look like for Vikings QB after hot 2024 season

Are the two sides destined for a split, or a renewed partnership?

CBS Sports - Dec. 10

Falcons sticking with Kirk Cousins despite bad QB play, four-game losing skid as Atlanta drops NFC South lead

Raheem Morris wants to win games, and 'Kirk is definitely a part of that'

CBS Sports - Dec. 9

Falcons coach Raheem Morris says slumping Kirk Cousins remains his starting QB

Cousins struggled yet again on Sunday, the Falcons' fourth straight loss.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 9

Why Falcons should bench Kirk Cousins for rookie Michael Penix Jr. after another poor performance vs. Vikings

It's time for a QB change in Atlanta

CBS Sports - Dec. 9

Where will Bill Belichick coach in 2025? Jaguars, Giants among potential NFL landing spots; UNC remains in mix

Breaking down several potential destinations for the legendary head coach

CBS Sports - Dec. 9

N.F.L. Week 14 Takeaways: Should the Falcons Bench Kirk Cousins?

Atlanta’s offense has looked terrible during its four-game losing streak, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - Dec. 9

Former Super Bowl champion after Falcons' loss to Vikings: 'Now is the time' for Atlanta to bench Kirk Cousins

Bryant McFadden says Atlanta needs a spark under center

CBS Sports - Dec. 8

Cousins throws away Falcons' chances, and possibly their season, in return to Minnesota

The Falcons' season is now in serious trouble, and questions swirl around Cousins as a result.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 8

WATCH: Vikings perfectly execute famous dance from 'White Chicks' after picking off Kirk Cousins

Cam Bynum and Josh Metellus had their moves on point

CBS Sports - Dec. 8

Falcons' Kirk Cousins gets booed in return to Minnesota, throws interception in first half vs. Vikings

Cousins did not receive a warm welcome

CBS Sports - Dec. 8

Whether Kirk Cousins will be benched this year overlooks an equally important question

With Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins struggling, it's no surprise that the team is putting the word out that he's not in danger of being benched this year.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 8

Kirk Cousins’s Past, Present and Future Are Set to Collide

Atlanta’s faith in the quarterback still holds as he prepares to face his former Minnesota team.

The New York Times - Dec. 7

2025 NFL Draft: Oklahoma State RB Ollie Gordon II turning pro after disappointing 2024 season for Cowboys

Gordon won the 2023 Doak Walker Award as a sophomore

CBS Sports - Dec. 6

Will Brinson's NFL Week 14 picks, best bets: Kirk Cousins gets revenge on Vikings, plus sneaky props to know

Best bets from Week 14 of the 2024 NFL season

CBS Sports - Dec. 5

Falcons QB Cousins is looking to avoid interceptions, have bounce-back game in Minnesota homecoming

Kirk Cousins is set for his return on Sunday to Minnesota, his NFL home from 2018 through 2023

ABC News - Dec. 4

Pro Picks: Falcons will upset the Vikings in Kirk Cousins' return to Minnesota

Six division matchups and Kirk Cousins' return to Minnesota highlight a lighter Week 14 schedule

ABC News - Dec. 4

Kirk Cousins returns to Minnesota: Falcons QB playing for even more than expected against former team

This Week 14 homecoming is critical to Cousins for unexpected reasons

CBS Sports - Dec. 4

Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. era may begin sooner than we thought after Kirk Cousins' latest stinker

Cousins threw four terrible interceptions on Sunday, and his immobility post-Achilles tear is plainly holding the offense back amid a playoff push. With a top-10 pick waiting in the wings, his seat ...

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2

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