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Falcons bench Kirk Cousins

Kirk Cousins on future as an NFL starter after Falcons benching: 'I didn't forget how to play quarterback'

Kirk Cousins is done as the Atlanta Falcons' starting quarterback, benched in favor of rookie Michael Penix Jr. ahead of the team's Week 16 matchup with the New York Giants. That doesn't mean Cousins is done as a starter in the NFL,

Sports Illustrated on MSN · 1d

NFL World Reacts to Falcons Sending Kirk Cousins to Bench Despite Nine-Figure Investment

The Atlanta Falcons decided to bench quarterback Kirk Cousins in favor of rookie Michael Penix Jr. in advance of their Week 16 game against the New York Giants. Atlanta signed Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract in the offseason before they drafted Penix with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft.

The Associated Press – Sports o… · 2d

Kirk Cousins acknowledges he must play better if Atlanta Falcons are to make a playoff push

If the Atlanta Falcons are going to make a playoff push, coach Raheem Morris and quarterback Kirk Cousins both know the 13-year veteran needs to improve his play over the last three games of the season.

Falcons, Penix

The Associated Press on MSN · 4h

Exit Cousins, Enter Penix: Falcons make stunning QB switch with three games left in the season

The Atlanta Falcons have a new leader in their push for the playoffs. Exit Kirk Cousins. Enter rookie Michael Penix Jr.

The Washington Post · 6h

Falcons turn to rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. for key game vs Giants

Giants 4-10; Falcons 6-8. Series record: Falcons lead 14-12. Last meeting: Falcons beat the Giants 17-14 on Sept. 26, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. Last week: Giants lost to the Ravens 35-14; Falcons beat the Raiders 15-9.

NBC Sports · 5h

Penix Jr. gives Falcons 'best option to win'

Football analyst Cris Collinsworth joins the Dan Patrick Show to discuss the Atlanta Falcons naming Michael Penix Jr. their starting quarterback, the Vikings future at quarterback and more.

Falcons sign kicker Riley Patterson

Falcons Wire · 1d

Atlanta Falcons place Younghoe Koo on IR, sign kicker to roster

According to a report from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Atlanta Falcons have placed kicker Younghoe Koo on the injured reserve list and signed Riley Patterson off the Cleveland Browns practice squad.

Houston Chronicle · 1d

Falcons sign kicker Riley Patterson after Younghoe Koo placed on injured reserve

The Atlanta Falcons placed kicker Younghoe Koo on injured reserve on Wednesday and signed kicker Riley Patterson from Cleveland's practice squad. Koo battled a right hip injury earlier in the season,

NBC Sports on MSN · 1d

Falcons to place Younghoe Koo on IR, sign Riley Patterson to 53-man roster

The Falcons are making a couple of moves at kicker. Per Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, Atlanta is placing Younghoe Koo on injured reserve and signing Riley Patterson off of Cleveland's practice squad. It’s currently unclear what injury Koo is dealing with,

NFL Week 16 preview

NBC Sports · 7h

NFL Week 16 preview: Giants vs. Falcons

Chris Simms and Mike Florio discuss what to expect in rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s NFL debut when the Atlanta Falcons host the New York Giants in Week 16.

USA TODAY Touchdown Wire o… · 15h

Giants vs. Falcons: 4 causes for concern in Week 16

The New York Giants will take their nine-game losing streak on the road this Sunday as they face the Atlanta Falcons in Week 16. The Giants opened up as double-digit road underdogs earlier this week despite the Falcons coming off a performance where they

Arizona Republic on MSN · 1d

New York Giants vs Atlanta Falcons picks, predictions, odds: Who wins NFL Week 16 game?

NFL Week 16 odds, picks, predictions, TV channel, streaming information for Sunday football game between New York Giants and Atlanta Falcons.

USA Today1d

NY Giants vs. Atlanta Falcons predictions: Our expert picks for NFL Week 16 game

500 Falcons trying to stay alive in the NFC playoff picture? Our prognosticators throughout the season are: Art Stapleton ...

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Micah Parsons Won't Root for Eagles to Help Cowboys' NFL Playoff Hopes: 'F--k Them'

The Dallas Cowboys could potentially reach the playoffs if they win out and the Washington Commanders lose out over the final ...

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NFL Insider Ian Rapoport Weighs in On Falcons QB Change

NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport said the Atlanta Falcons "did not want to" bench starting quarterback Kirk Cousins in favor ...

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NFL Week 16 betting: 7 best lines, props and more, including Broncos-Chargers

There are reasons to believe the San Francisco 49ers should be favored at the Miami Dolphins. They're on a little bit of ...

NFL Announces 3 Saturday Games, Commanders vs. Falcons SNF Flex for Week 17 Schedule

As the 2024 regular season nears its end, the NFL has made a few schedule changes that should excite fans. The league ...

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