The Atlanta Falcons have a new leader in their push for the playoffs. Exit Kirk Cousins. Enter Michael Penix Jr. In a move that would've been unimaginable midway through the season, the Falcons have handed the starting quarterback job to their first-round draft pick,

Falcons coach Raheem Morris admitted things have not gone to plan with Kirk Cousins recently, prompting a QB change. More at Pro Football Rumors.

The Falcons had planned to sit Penix behind Cousins this season, but the veteran's play dictated this move with a playoff spot at stake.