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'So stupid!' – Falcons bizarrely draft Michael Penix Jr. as their 8th overall pick despite paying $180 million to Kirk Cousins this offseason

Every year, one team looks like they lost their minds during the draft. In this edition of the 2024 NFL Draft, it happened to be the Atlanta Falcons. They recently signed Kirk Cousins to a 4-year $180 million.

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Falcons were not the only team interested in Michael Penix, Jr.

The Atlanta Falcons were not the only team interested in Washington quarterback Michael Penix, Jr.

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / 31 minutes ago

Terry Fontenot: Kirk Cousins is our quarterback; Michael Penix is our future

The Falcons selected University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick only six weeks after signing Kirk Cousins to a four-year deal worth up to $180 million.

Atlanta Falcons News / Bleacher Report / 27 minutes ago

Watch: Falcons Drafting Michael Penix Jr. the Biggest Surprise of First Round | 2024 NFL Draft

Ranking the next five-year windows for each NFL team

Every NFL team tries to build a dynasty and win Super Bowls, but only a select few in NFL history have found such consistency. Over the next five years, these are the teams that have the best chance at ultimate success.

Greg Cosell News / The 33rd Team / 3 minutes ago

Michael Penix Jr. Is Built For Falcons’ System

Greg Cosell & Andy Benoit were as shocked as anyone when the Atlanta Falcons took Michael Penix Jr. 8th overall, but they do see why the Falcons think he fits their system.

Atlanta Falcons News / Sporting News / 23 minutes ago

JJ Watt reminds Falcons of recent QB decisions in questionable Penix selection

Future Hall of Famer JJ Watt reminds Atlanta Falcons of their recent decisions surrounding the QB amid the questionable Penix selection

Ranking the offensive play-caller for each NFL team

Offense is the name of the game in the modern NFL, and offensive play callers have never been more creative. Here's a look at the top NFL play-callers from 1-32 early in the 2022 season.

Washington Huskies News / Yardbarker / 11 minutes ago

Watch: Falcons draft reach leaves TE Kyle Pitts stunned

Watch: Falcons TE Kyle Pitts ‘shocked’ by team drafting QB Michael Penix Jr.

Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts was forced to process the ineptitude of his organization in front of an internet audience.

Kirk Cousins reportedly didn’t know Falcons were drafting a QB with No. 8 pick

Falcons make awful draft decision with No. 8 overall pick

NFL world reacts to Falcons' shocking decision to draft QB Michael Penix Jr.

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The 'Most passing yards in a season by team' quiz

Washington Huskies News / Larry Brown Sports / 17 minutes ago

Kirk Cousins reportedly left ‘shocked’ by Falcons’ draft decision

The Atlanta Falcons pulled off a stunning move in the NFL Draft on Thursday, and it’s a move that reportedly has left Kirk Cousins shocked.

Falcons make awful draft decision with No. 8 overall pick

NFL world reacts to Falcons' shocking decision to draft QB Michael Penix Jr.

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The 'Most passing yards in a season by team' quiz

Which NFL teams were the biggest all-time letdowns?

Many teams have justified offseason hype, but summer buzz can lead to bitter disappointment. Other squads have failed to either live up to expectations or keep up with their previous pace, leading to missed opportunities and/or sweeping changes.

Washington Huskies News / Yardbarker / 8 minutes ago

Falcons not taking a page from Packers' book with selection of Penix Jr.

Falcons not taking a page from Packers' book with selection of Michael Penix Jr.

At first blush, it would appear as if the Falcons are trying to learn from the Packers, who have become the best in the business when it comes to quarterback succession plans.

NFL world reacts to Falcons' shocking decision to draft QB Michael Penix Jr.

Falcons make awful draft decision with No. 8 overall pick

Cousins reportedly didn’t know Falcons were drafting a QB with No. 8 pick

How hard is it to replace an NFL franchise QB?

The 'Most passing yards in a season by team' quiz

Terry Fontenot News / Sporting News / 33 minutes ago

Arthur Blank-Terry Fontenot video: Falcons GM appears to explain Michael Penix Jr. pick to confused owner

Blank appeared just as confused as everyone else about the pick of Penix at No. 8.

NFL News / Bleacher Report / 59 minutes ago

Bill Belichick Compares Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins to Aaron Rodgers, Jordan Love

A stunning moment took place in the NFL draft Thursday when the Atlanta Falcons, who just signed veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million…

Kirk Cousins News / SportsTalkATL / 19 minutes ago

Kirk Cousins stunned, frustrated by Falcons’ Michael Penix pick

The Falcons shocked the world tonight when they drafted Michael Penix. After a ton of speculation about whether Atlanta would take a defender or trade back and acquire more picks, Terry Fontenot and Raheem Morris take a quarterback in their first draft together.