Falcons bench Kirk Cousins, name Michael Penix Jr. starter
The Falcons head to the bullpen. Atlanta announced Tuesday that Michael Penix Jr. has earned the starting quarterback spot in place of the struggling Kirk Cousins, with head coach Raheem Morris calling the move a “football decision.” . The Falcons were able to leave Las Vegas with a win on Monday night, but Cousins' productivity […]
The Falcons’ Kirk Cousins experiment is dead, and it’s time for Michael Penix Jr. to start
If you're a Falcons fan and think it's worth celebrating after a win against the Raiders, I don't know what to tell you. Atlanta had one of its most putrid performances of the season on Monday night, fighting tooth and nail against one of the NFL's worst teams, winning 15-9 in Las Vegas. It's amazing […]
Kirk Cousins benching feels close after ugly Falcons game
The Falcons easily defeated the lowly Raiders on Monday Night Football, and Kirk Cousins' battle is nearing a boiling point. Cousins, 36, went 11-of-17 for 112 yards, one touchdown and one interception in the 15-9 win, and head coach Raheem Morris scolded the veteran after the game. “He's got to play better and obviously he's […]
Falcons snap 4-game losing streak in much-needed win over Raiders
The Atlanta Falcons' losing streak finally ended on Monday night as Kirk Cousins & Co. earned a long-awaited 15-9 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. Atlanta improves to 7-7 on the year, which is a big number considering how close the NFC South is at the moment. On the other hand, the Raiders continue to […]
How to watch Falcons vs. Raiders live for free in MNF
When you buy through our links, The New York Post may earn compensation and receive an affiliate commission. Featured prices are subject to change. The second half of Monday Night Football's doubleheader is a cross-conference matchup between a team that has been eliminated from playoff contention and a team that has a strong desire to […]
Falcons vs. Raiders odds, prediction: ‘MNF’ best bets, picks
When you buy through our links, The New York Post may earn compensation and receive an affiliate commission. Featured prices are subject to change. The NFL is a weekly league. Almost any team can look like the world's strongest before spawning in the next match, and vice versa. Sometimes the opponent plays a key role […]
Kirk Cousins is a statue, and it’s killing the Falcons
It felt only too fitting that this very Kirk Cousins game happened in Minnesota. Even on days when the Atlanta Falcons moved the ball pretty well (their 53.4% success rate in Week 14 was better than the Bills and Rams, and their 496 yards of total offense ranked third among all NFL teams) – Lost […]
Kirk Cousins’ contract is why Falcons are stuck with QB for another year
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins was signed to be a starter after 2024, but the team then selected Michael Penix Jr. in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. Cousins' current instability makes it more likely that the veteran won't be a starter in 2025. Kirk Cousins 2024 Statistics Kirk Cousins' play has put […]
Vikings’ Sam Darnold wrecks Falcons with 5 touchdowns, spoils Kirk Cousins’ return to Minnesota
Kirk Cousins may be back at U.S. Bank Stadium, the place he called home for six seasons with the Minnesota Vikings, but his Atlanta Falcons are no match for his replacement quarterback. Ta. Sam Darnold He threw for five touchdown passes and over 300 yards, defeating the Falcons 42-21 and improving the Vikings to 11-2 […]
Falcons’ Kirk Cousins approach revealed as Michael Penix Jr. looms over struggling veteran
Kirk Cousins doesn't have to worry about the bench any time soon. On Sunday, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported that Cousins will not be benched in place of rookie Michael Penix Jr. despite his recent struggles. “They believe he'll bounce back, they believe he's resilient,” Rapoport said of the Falcons. “They want to rally around […]