Kirk Cousins on future as an NFL starter after Falcons benching: 'I didn't forget how to play quarterback'

The veteran understands why he was demoted, however

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Cousins backs Penix, 'didn't forget how to play QB'

Less than 24 hours after being benched, Kirk Cousins said he will do what he can to help new Falcons starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. -- and told the rookie as much in a phone call Tuesday ...
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Falcons' Cousins says he 'didn't forget how to play quarterback' after losing starting job to Penix

After losing his job as the Atlanta Falcons' starting quarterback, Kirk Cousins is promising to support rookie Michael Penix Jr. Cousins threw nine interceptions with one touchdown in the last five ...
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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.
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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: Logical landing spots for QB if Atlanta moves on after 2024 NFL season

What's next for the embattled signal-caller?
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Atlanta Falcons name Michael Penix Jr. starting quarterback, benching veteran Kirk Cousins

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

Kirk Cousins on future as an NFL starter after Falcons benching: 'I didn't forget how to play quarterback'

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