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On YouTubeKirk Cousins News / SportsTalkATL / October 21
Kirk Cousins could have opportunity to re-open Pandora’s box
With Michael Penix Jr. suffering a bone bruise in his foot during the Falcons’ loss to the 49ers on Sunday Night Football, his status for this week’s matchup against the Dolphins is in question.
Atlanta Falcons News / Sporting News / October 13
Why Falcons have $180 million Kirk Cousins as backup QB behind Michael Penix Jr. 
Atlanta has an expensive backup.
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NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 8
Kirk Cousins Reportedly Never a Possibility for Bengals
Kirk Cousins and his future with the Atlanta Falcons have been the subject of speculation for much of the last eight months. Will they trade him? Are they okay with him remaining on the roster through the 2025 season?
The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time
Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5
Falcons Would Want Team To Take On Most Of Kirk Cousins’ Salary In Potential Trade
Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports reports that NFL teams believe the Falcons would want an interested team in acquiring veteran backup QB Kirk Cousins to absorb most of what’s left of his $27.5 million base salary in a potential trade. That’s going to limit the pool of potential landing spots for Cousins quite a bit.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 4
How do teams view Anthony Richardson, Russell Wilson, Kirk Cousins ahead of trade deadline?
It stands to reason any of the three could wind up on the move before the Nov. 4 trade deadline.
Atlanta Falcons News / purplePTSD.com / October 3
Kirk Cousins Addresses the Trade Possibility
In the 2024 offseason, long-time Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins made the decision to leave the organization after six campaigns of captaining the ship.
Atlanta Falcons News / 5 GOATs / October 2
Kirk Cousins reacts to Michael Penix Jr.’s start to 2025 season
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins loves what he has seen from Michael Penix Jr. in the first four games of the 2025 NFL season. On3 recently spoke to Cousins about Penix, who took over as the Falcons’ starting QB late last year.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 1
NFC Notes: Kirk Cousins, Chris Godwin, Bijan Robinson, Buccaneers, Falcons
Buccaneers WR Chris Godwin returned in Week 4 after recovering from a dislocated ankle that required two surgeries. Tampa Bay HC Todd Bowles is glad to have the veteran receiver back in their lineup and thinks he’ll continue improving after recording three receptions for 26 yards against the Eagles. “Just having him out there, seeing No.
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / October 1
Will Falcons revisit trading Kirk Cousins with Michael Penix Jr. still starting?
Cousins hoped to find a new NFL home during the offseason so that he could serve as a starter after he lost the Atlanta QB1 job to Penix last December.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 1
Kirk Cousins discusses mindset amid trade speculation
If there was any doubt about who should be the Atlanta Falcons’ starting quarterback after Week 3’s humiliating 30-0 loss to the lowly Panthers, Michael Penix Jr.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 30
NFC Notes: Kirk Cousins, Dave Canales, Falcons, Panthers, Saints
Falcons QB Kirk Cousins on the trade deadline: “Right now, it’s just about the role I’m in, and focused in on helping us win football games and being ready for the next challenges we face.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / September 30
Kirk Cousins Sends Clear Message on Potential Trades Amid QB Injuries
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins has had one of the most confusing post-injury situations in recent NFL history, and there's no indication it will change anytime soon.
Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / September 28
Kirk Cousins’ Future With Atlanta Falcons Receives New Update Ahead of Commanders Game
The Atlanta Falcons have found themselves in quite the quarterback conundrum over the last 18 months. They inked Kirk Cousins to a massive four-year, $180 million contract last offseason, seemingly to lead the franchise, but then Atlanta made the stunning decision to draft quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 27
Latest On Falcons QB Kirk Cousins
Dianna Russini reports that the Falcons could still end up moving veteran QB Kirk Cousins, despite the possibility that he could also finish out the season as Atlanta’s backup.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / September 25
Matt Ryan comments on a potential Falcons quarterback competition
When the Falcons handed Kirk Cousins a $180 million contract and then spent the 8th overall pick on Michael Penix Jr. just a few weeks later, they essentially invited a quarterback controversy to Atlanta — and that’s exactly what they’ve gotten.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 24
Falcons' Raheem Morris addresses Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix Jr. chatter
Are the Falcons close to a quarterback change?
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 24
Are Falcons close to making full-time Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix Jr. move?
Falcons HC Raheem Morris benched Penix during Week 3's 30-0 loss to the Carolina Panthers, which dropped Atlanta to 1-2 on the season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / September 21
Have the Falcons received trade calls on QB Kirk Cousins?
Week 3 saw the Atlanta Falcons suffer a blowout defeat to the Carolina Panthers. Kirk Cousins took over quarterback duties late in the shutout loss, marking his first game action with Atlanta this year.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / September 19
NFL insider provides insight on Kirk Cousins trade conversations
With several quarterbacks going down across the league — most notably, Joe Burrow, who will miss at least the next three months — Kirk Cousins trade rumors are back in the news.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 18
Reporter offers theory on why Kirk Cousins has not been traded
There have been multiple injuries to starting quarterbacks through the first two weeks of the NFL season, which has led to speculation that the Falcons might finally trade Kirk Cousins.
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / September 18
Kirk Cousins is attracting little trade interest for a brutal reason
Despite a number of injuries to starting quarterbacks, there has been no real speculation about any team reaching out to try to acquire Kirk Cousins from the Atlanta Falcons.
NFL News / SportsTalkATL / September 16
Potential landing spots opening up for Kirk Cousins
The Falcons don’t have to trade Kirk Cousins this season. With their defense playing at a high level, having a proven veteran quarterback behind Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 10
Falcons Still Willing To Trade Kirk Cousins But Have High Asking Price
According to the Athletic’s Josh Kendall, the Falcons are still willing to trade QB Kirk Cousins during the season, but people around the league consider
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