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Atlanta Falcons It began launching a voluntary, organized team activity on Tuesday without Kirk Cousins, fueling speculation that the veteran quarterback is aiming to move further from the organization.
Falcons head coach Raheem Morris confirmed My cousin is absent, He said, “I didn’t see him today.”
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins ​​(18) will enter the field before his game against the Minnesota Vikings at US Bank Stadium. (Jeffrey Becker/Imagine image)
“[Cousins] I didn’t see him today because I didn’t show up at the meeting,” Morris said. Through professional football talk.
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The Falcons signed their cousins ​​on a four-year, $180 million contract in March 2024, but the team made a shocking draft decision Michael Penix Junior The following month, he was the eighth overall pick in the draft.
Penix eventually took over the starting role when his cousin was benched. This is the lineup that is expected to remain the same in 2025.
However, his absence on Tuesday is no major surprise to the Falcons’ leadership.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins ​​(18) is preparing for a game against the New York Giants at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. (Brett Davis/Imagn Images)
“I wouldn’t be foolish to think he’ll show up for a voluntary job now,” Morris said at the annual league meeting last month. New York Post. “We’re dealing with business-type modes now. I don’t think he’s there. If so, I’ll welcome him with open arms. But I won’t be fooled enough to raise and piss off Kirk Itoma’s self about losing his spontaneous training.”
The Falcons show no indication of moving forward from their cousins. Any trade requires a seal of approval from a veteran, thanks to the no-trade clause.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Cars Cousins ​​(18) will throw a pass to the Los Angeles Chargers in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. (Brett Davis/Imagn Images)
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Pittsburgh Steelers Thrown into the mix as a possible destination for cousins, he is still about to start the NFL, but Aaron Rodgers’ decision about his future in the league will likely be a deciding factor.
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