Kirk Cousins says Falcons’ draft decision may have kept him with Vikings
The ongoing saga between Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons continues to unfold, with the veteran quarterback expressing his feelings of being “misled” by the organization. Cousins, who signed a lucrative four-year deal with the Falcons, found himself benched in favor of rookie Michael Penix Jr. towards the end of the season, a move that left him feeling betrayed.
In a recent episode of the Netflix docuseries “Quarterback,” Cousins opened up about his disappointment with the Falcons’ decision to draft Penix Jr. with their first-round pick in the 2024 draft. Had he known about the team’s intentions before signing, Cousins admitted that he might have reconsidered his move to Atlanta and stayed with the Minnesota Vikings instead.
“It felt like I had been a little bit misled,” Cousins revealed. “Or certainly, if I had the information around free agency, it certainly would’ve affected my decision.”
Despite the turmoil, Cousins remains committed to proving himself and earning his spot on the team. He reflected on the unpredictability of the NFL and the need to approach challenges with maturity and resilience.
Cousins’ tenure with the Falcons has been rocky, to say the least. After losing the starting job to Penix Jr., he finished the season with a 7-7 record, throwing for 3,508 yards, 18 touchdowns, and 16 interceptions. Meanwhile, Penix Jr. showed promise but faced his own struggles, closing out the season with a 1-2 record as the starting quarterback.
Despite the setbacks, Cousins has shown professionalism by attending the Falcons’ mandatory minicamp and remaining committed to the team, even after requesting a trade during the offseason. It remains to be seen how the situation will unfold in the coming months, but one thing is clear – Kirk Cousins is determined to overcome adversity and prove his worth in Atlanta.
As the NFL offseason progresses, all eyes will be on Cousins and the Falcons as they navigate this challenging chapter in their relationship. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
