The Falcons drafted Michael Penix Jr. six weeks after giving Kirk Cousins a four-year, $180 million free agent deal. It’s obviously created a whirlwind of criticism, questions, and confusion among fans and the media.
The Atlanta Falcons turned heads by selecting former Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. at No. 8 overall in the NFL Draft. Many questions immediately turned to the future of signal caller Kirk Cousins, who signed a four-year deal worth up to $180 million March 13.
The Minnesota Vikings are entering a new era this offseason after moving on from quarterback Kirk Cousins. Cousins, who spent the last six seasons with the Vikings, signed a four-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons this offseason. Minnesota selected Michigan quarterback JJ McCarthy with the No.
In the 2024 NFL Draft, the Atlanta Falcons sent shockwaves through the league with their unexpected move in the first round. Amidst swirling rumors of bolstering their offensive or defensive line, the Falcons took a bold turn by selecting Michael Penix Jr.
An argument could be made that the Falcons didn’t have a clear vision for this offseason, which is how they ended up handing Kirk Cousins $180 million in free agency and taking a quarterback in the top 10.
Kirk Cousins has officially thrown his first pass as an Atlanta Falcon. The Falcons shared a video Thursday of the veteran quarterback throwing to wide…
Coming into the offseason, the Falcons‘ roster needs were obvious and at the most important positions in the game. The most important one was completely overhauled.
The Falcons signed Cousins to a four-year, $180M contract less than two full months before the club acquired Penix via the draft.
Having entered the league as Atlanta’s first-round pick in 2019, guard Chris Lindstrom was around for the final years of quarterback Matt Ryan’s tenure with the Falcons.
The Falcons have brought quarterback controversy upon themselves. Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot can say Kirk Cousins doesn’t have to look over his shoulder all they want, but it won’t stop fans and media pundits from talking about the eventual succession plan.
Falcons fans were left scratching their heads when the team drafted Michael Penix Jr. To say it was surprising would be an understatement. The move has been met with widespread criticism, but it has nothing to do with the prospect.
Falcons safety Jessie Bates III spoke with reporters during a midweek news conference about multiple subjects, including the club's decision to make quarterback Michael Penix Jr. the No. 8 pick of this year's draft after signing veteran Kirk Cousins in free agency.
The Atlanta Falcons took a hybrid philosophy into this offseason by signing Kirk Cousins to a $90-million guaranteed contract to immediately improve the team, and select the quarterback of the future in Michael Penix with the No.
After selecting 2024 first-round QB Michael Penix Jr. and spending $180 million on QB Kirk Cousins in free agency, some wonder what the position will look like in the short-term future.
The Atlanta Falcons are not typically one of the most discussed teams in the NFL, but their decisions in the draft last week has everyone talking. The Falcons took University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
Days have passed since the Atlanta Falcons orchestrated a surprising maneuver in the NFL Draft. Seizing the eighth overall pick, the franchise selected quarterback Michael Penix Jr., a decision that arrived merely two weeks after securing Kirk Cousins with a lucrative deal.
Veteran acumen is quite important to help a young core grow. The Atlanta Falcons are filled with players that have not seen the postseason or have even just experienced as much wins in a season.
Fans and analysts aren't the only members of the NFL community still wondering why the Atlanta Falcons made quarterback Michael Penix Jr. the eighth pick in the draft.
Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell hinted during the NFL Scouting Combine that at least one club such as the Falcons had contact with Kirk Cousins before the legal tampering portion of free agency got underway.
One of the draft’s biggest surprises came on Friday night when the Falcons used their top selection on quarterback Michael Penix Jr. despite having just signed Kirk Cousins to a lucrative deal.
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The Atlanta Falcons surprised many with their first-round pick in the NFL Draft, opting for Michael Penix Jr. at No. 8. This choice raised eyebrows, not only for its timing but also due to its implications for the team’s quarterback situation.
The Atlanta Falcons are trying to say all the right things about why they drafted QB Michael Penix despite having just signed Kirk Cousins to a huge free-agent contract.
The pick was not just surprising because many mock drafts didn’t have this prospect going in the top 10, but also because of who the Falcons already have at that position.
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