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sports18 days ago•2 min saved

Falcons Release Kirk Cousins, Sparking 2026 NFL QB Market

The Atlanta Falcons plan to release quarterback Kirk Cousins ahead of the 2026 free-agent period, making the veteran signal-caller available as the quarterback market is expected to be thin. Signed to a $180 million deal in 2024, Cousins spent 2025 backing up Michael Penix Jr. and started eight games with declining numbers after Penix’s ACL injury. With a new regime moving on, Cousins could attract interest as a bridge option, potentially drawing teams like Pittsburgh though competition and age temper expectations.

via Steelers Depot|

#atlanta-falcons #kirk-cousins #michael-penix-jr

around-the-nfl21 days ago•11 min saved

Falcons non-committal on Penix Jr. as QB1 after ACL rehab

Falcons president Matt Ryan refused to guarantee Michael Penix Jr. will be the starting quarterback when he returns from ACL surgery, signaling ongoing roster decisions under new GM Ian Cunningham; Penix’s status remains uncertain amid competition considerations and his aim to be ready for Week 1 of 2026.

via NFL.com|

#around-the-nfl #atlanta-falcons #ian-cunningham

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Falcons' Arthur Blank on Penix's Surgery and Franchise Potential

Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank provided a positive update on quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s recovery from knee surgery, expressing confidence in his long-term potential as a franchise quarterback, while also discussing the team's recent contract restructuring with Kirk Cousins and upcoming leadership decisions.

via Atlanta Falcons|

#arthur-blank #falcons #knee-surgery

sports4 months ago•1 min saved

Falcons' London and Penix Out for Week 8 Game

Atlanta Falcons' wide receiver Drake London and quarterback Michael Penix Jr. are inactive for Week 9 due to injuries, with London dealing with a hip issue and Penix with a knee bone bruise, leading to Kirk Cousins starting at quarterback.

via ESPN|

#drake-london #falcons #injuries

sports4 months ago•2 min saved

Falcons Likely to Start Kirk Cousins Over Injured Michael Penix Jr. Against Dolphins

Kirk Cousins may start for the Atlanta Falcons if quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is unable to play against the Dolphins due to a knee injury, with Penix expressing confidence in playing despite being listed as questionable. The Falcons remain confident in Cousins as a backup option, having recently taken significant reps in practice.

via New York Post|

#falcons #kirk-cousins #michael-penix-jr

sports4 months ago•0 min saved

Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. Ready to Play Despite Injury Concerns

Despite a knee injury and limited practice, Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. plans to play against the Dolphins on Sunday, feeling good and monitoring his condition, with Kirk Cousins as backup if needed.

via NBC Sports|

#dolphins #injury-update #knee-injury

sports5 months ago•2 min saved

Falcons face quarterback challenges and coaching upheaval amid team struggles

The Atlanta Falcons face challenges with quarterback Michael Penix Jr., who has struggled in his early NFL starts amid team pressures and recent losses. Despite high expectations, Penix's performance has been mediocre, raising questions about team strategy and accountability. The Falcons have made some coaching changes but have not benched Penix, emphasizing the need to focus on current team needs rather than past decisions.

via NBC Sports|

#falcons #michael-penix-jr #nfl

sports5 months ago•2 min saved

Falcons face challenges as Penix struggles and coaching changes loom

After a poor game where quarterback Michael Penix Jr. struggled, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris expressed confidence in his ability to bounce back, emphasizing Penix's accountability and high standards, and highlighting the team's support to help him improve.

via NBC Sports|

#falcons #michael-penix-jr #quarterback-performance

sports5 months ago•2 min saved

Falcons stick with Penix as starting QB despite Cousins' brief appearance

The Falcons benched Michael Penix Jr. during a 30-0 loss to the Panthers, with Kirk Cousins stepping in briefly. Head coach Raheem Morris confirmed Penix remains the starter, signaling a clear QB stance after Penix's poor performance and the team's struggles this season.

via New York Post|

#falcons #kirk-cousins #michael-penix-jr

sports5 months ago•3 min saved

Penix Leads Falcons in Prime-Time Clash with Vikings

Michael Penix Jr. is making NFL history as one of the first quarterbacks with five or fewer career starts to play in a prime-time game, and he continues to impress in his second season with the Falcons, aiming to set new records and make a significant impact on national television.

via Atlanta Falcons|

#falcons-vs-vikings #michael-penix-jr #nfl-rookie-quarterbacks

sports5 months ago•3 min saved

Vikings Favored in Week 2 Primetime Clash Against Falcons

The Vikings are favored over the Falcons in a Sunday Night Football game, featuring a rematch between college quarterbacks J.J. McCarthy and Michael Penix Jr. The Vikings, with a strong home record and roster, face an Atlanta team dealing with injuries and a rebuilding defense. The game is expected to be close, with the Vikings holding a slight advantage due to their roster and home-field advantage.

via Sports Illustrated|

#falcons #jj-mccarthy #michael-penix-jr

sports6 months ago•3 min saved

Falcons' Penix Engages in Practice Fight with Titans

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. was involved in a scuffle with the Tennessee Titans during a joint practice, which escalated after trash talk and led to players from both teams intervening. Penix was uninjured and the incident highlighted his leadership and the team's protective camaraderie.

via ESPN|

#falcons #michael-penix-jr #nfl

sports6 months ago•3 min saved

Michael Penix Jr. Sparks Intensity in Falcons-Titans Practice Scuffle

During a joint practice with the Tennessee Titans, Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. displayed a rare fiery side, engaging in a heated altercation that revealed his passionate and competitive nature, contrasting his usual calm demeanor.

via Atlanta Falcons|

#falcons #football-temperament #joint-practice

sports7 months ago•3 min saved

Top Falcons Players and Battles to Watch at Training Camp

The article highlights five key players for the Atlanta Falcons who stand to benefit most from an impressive 2025 training camp, including quarterback Michael Penix Jr., offensive lineman Ryan Neuzil, defensive lineman Brandon Dorlus, edge rusher Jalon Walker, and kicker Younghoe Koo, emphasizing their potential impact and areas to watch during camp.

via Atlanta Falcons|

#defense #falcons #michael-penix-jr

sports7 months ago•2 min saved

Kirk Cousins Expresses Feeling of Being Misled by Falcons' Draft Decision

Kirk Cousins expressed feeling 'a little bit misled' after the Falcons drafted Michael Penix Jr. in the top 10 of the 2024 NFL Draft, which influenced his decision to leave Minnesota for Atlanta. He also shared challenges adapting to the Falcons' different offensive system, highlighting the unpredictability of changing teams and systems in the NFL.

via NBC Sports|

#falcons #kirk-cousins #michael-penix-jr