FLOWERY BRANCH, GEORGIA - MAY 14: Quarterback Kirk Cousins #18 of the Atlanta Falcons passes the ball during OTA offseason workouts at the Atlanta Falcons training facility on May 14, 2024 in Flowery Branch, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images After numerous reports of his frustration with the Falcons' decision to draft a quarterback eighth overall, Kirk Cousins finally addressed the situation for the first time on Tuesday. Speaking to the media, Cousins recalled the conversation he had with the team prior to their selection. "I was at the ..read more

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JANUARY 15: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings is seen during the first quarter against the New York Giants in the NFC Wild Card playoff game at U.S. Bank Stadium on January 15, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images) Stephen Maturen/Getty Images When the Atlanta Falcons selected Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 pick in this year's draft, everyone wondered what Kirk Cousins thought about the move. After all, he received a $180 million contract from the team earlier this year.  During an appearance on "Bussin' With The ..read more

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - NOVEMBER 20: Owner Arthur Blank of the Atlanta Falcons looks on during the fourth quarter against the Chicago Bears at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on November 20, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images The Atlanta Falcons shocked the world during the NFL Draft by selecting Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 pick. Some fans wondered if team owner Arthur Blank was OK with the selection since the front office already signed Kirk Cousins.   Well, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, the Falcons were told that B ..read more

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JANUARY 15: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings is seen during the first quarter against the New York Giants in the NFC Wild Card playoff game at U.S. Bank Stadium on January 15, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images) Stephen Maturen/Getty Images Kirk Cousins left the Minnesota Vikings for the Atlanta Falcons in March. Weeks later, he watched a scenario he feared unfold with his new organization. The Falcons surprised most bystanders—and seemingly Cousins as well—by drafting Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 pick. Sports Ill ..read more

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 29: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings throws a pass during the second quarter against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 29, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Michael Reaves/Getty Images Kirk Cousins seems to be progressing from his torn Achilles just fine. In a new video, Cousins is dropping back and making routine throws during practice. Take a look: Kirk ? pic.twitter.com/HG4psnNSKF — Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) May 2, 2024 He's getting back into game shape after missing a chunk of the 202 ..read more

Falcons/YouTube The Atlanta Falcons gave Kirk Cousins a sizable contract this offseason, and even with their selection of Michael Penix Jr. in the NFL Draft, will rely on the veteran signal caller come this fall. Cousins is returning from a torn Achilles, but his rehab has gone as scheduled thus far. On Thursday, the Falcons shared footage of the four-time Pro Bowler throwing during voluntary workouts. The pass was thrown against air, and the clip is in slow-mo, but it's encouraging nonetheless to see Cousins out there already. Kirk ? pic.twitter.com/HG4psnNSKF — Atlanta Falcons (@At ..read more

Falcons/YouTube Michael Penix Jr. might be the story in Atlanta, but Kirk Cousins is still the Falcons' starter and the Pro Bowl quarterback's new teammates have loved what they've seen so far.  Speaking to the media on Tuesday, Falcons offensive guard Chris Lindstrom spoke glowingly of Cousins, highlighting his professionalism and "remarkable" work ethic. Lindstrom also loved to see the "intensity" and "purpose" behind every rep Cousins takes in practice. “It feels like he’s been here for years, in terms of interactions with guys,” Lindstrom said, via ProFootballTalk. “You hear ..read more

ATLANTA, GA DECEMBER 24: Atlanta safety Jessie Bates III (3) reacts during the NFL game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Atlanta Falcons on December 24th, 2023 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. (Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) Icon Sportswire/Getty Images When the Falcons selected Washington's Michael Penix Jr. eighth overall in last week's NFL Draft it shocked the rest of the league — but not the team's captain At Tuesday's press conference, Pro Bowl safety Jessie Bates III talked about his reaction to the organization's pick. Saying, it's g ..read more

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 2: Michael Penix #QB08 of Washington participates in a drill during the NFL Combine at the Lucas Oil Stadium on March 2, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images) Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images It's hard to recall a top 10 pick that's created as much buzz as the Atlanta Falcons taking Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth pick in the 2024 NFL Draft last week.  Having given a massive contract to free agent quarterback Kirk Cousins just over a month ago, many are wondering why the Falcons would spend such valuab ..read more

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 26: Kyle Pitts #8 of the Atlanta Falcons carries the ball during the second half against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on September 26, 2021 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images) Sarah Stier/Getty Images Kyle Pitts will remain with the Atlanta Falcons through 2025. On Monday night, Atlanta exercised its fifth-year option on the former first-round pick. The Falcons had to decide on the tight end's future by Thursday's deadline. Atlanta selected Pitts earlier than any tight end in NFL history when spending the ..read more