Pelissero: Falcons will likely release Kirk Cousins before March 16 'NFL GameDay Morning'
NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero says the Atlanta Falcons will likely release quarterback Kirk Cousins before March 16.
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Yahoo SportsMichael Penix Jr.'s promising debut was less about the numbers and more about what it opens up for the Falcons
Yes, the defense scored twice, and yes, the Giants are bad. But Penix's mobility means new concepts and a bigger playbook are now at Atlanta's fingertips. Here's how.
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Falcons will reportedly cut QB Kirk Cousins before $10M roster bonus is due
Head coach Raheem Morris has decided to go with rookie Michael Penix Jr. at quarterback for the remainder of the season.
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Falcons name rookie Michael Penix Jr. starting QB over Kirk Cousins
Michael Penix Jr. is slated to finish the Falcons' season at quarterback with the playoffs at stake.
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What does Falcons benching mean for Kirk Cousins? Breaking down 4 biggest questions — including what’s next for veteran
League sources agreed with the Falcons’ decision to change quarterbacks now. What they disagree on: whether signing Cousins was a risk worth the Falcons taking.
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Falcons limp past 2-win Raiders in another tepid effort from offense, Kirk Cousins
A win is a win in the NFL. Just don’t expect Atlanta to clip this one for the highlight reel.
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QB Room: Kirk Cousins is the Cleveland Browns’ best bridge out of the Deshaun Watson era
There's a pretty straightforward scenario in which Cousins can join the Browns this upcoming offseason, and it'd be good for both parties. It also won't be easy, but with this QB and this franchise, what has been lately?
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Yahoo Sports AM: Coach Vick
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Falcons coach Raheem Morris says slumping Kirk Cousins remains his starting QB
Cousins struggled yet again on Sunday, the Falcons' fourth straight loss.
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Four Verts: Falcons' late-season collapse isn't surprising, and how dangerous are the Seahawks?
After leading the NFC South early, Kirk Cousins the the Falcons have lost four straight to fall out of the playoff picture. This is what they do.
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Kirk Cousins throws 4 interceptions as Falcons fall to Chargers
It's getting ugly in Atlanta as Kirk Cousins throws the Falcons right into another loss.
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Michael Penix Jr. leads Atlanta to victory over Giants in first NFL start
Replacing Kirk Cousins, Penix enjoyed the benefits of a strong run game and a swarming defense in a victory over the New York Giants.
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Week 16 Care/Don't Care: We should hope that the Cowboys don't start over in 2025
Fantasy football analyst Matt Harmon delivers his thoughts on key results from Week 16's Sunday action.
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With Jalen Hurts’ health in question, Eagles need to worry about more than passing game
“A lot of things we do in our run game is designed with Jalen,” Saquon Barkley said. “It’s kind of hard to continue to run the same stuff when he’s not in there."
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Week 16 fifth quarter: Pickett doesn't scare Commanders & Justin Jefferson is too elite to be stopped | Football 301
Nate Tice and Charles McDonald close the book on Week 16 with this Sunday's edition of the fifth quarter: the five games that intrigued them the most. In addition to the Commanders-Eagles tilt, the guys discuss the Minnesota Vikings staying atop the NFC leaderboards with a win in Seattle, Michael Penix's first start with a solid 34-7 win for the Atlanta Falcons over the New York Giants and close out with the two Saturday games.
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Clutch forced fumble seals Cowboys win over Bucs as Dallas continues late-season surge
The Cowboys have now won four of their last five even though they're no longer in playoff contention. The Bucs' playoff hopes took a hit with a loss.
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Jayden Daniels, Commanders overcome 5 turnovers to rally past Eagles after Jalen Hurts exits with concussion
Washington is 10-5 for the first time since 1991 and Philadelphia is left with some questions.
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Jalen Hurts ruled out of game vs. Commanders with concussion, replaced by Kenny Pickett
Hurts suffered the injury in the first quarter.
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NFL Week 16 scores: Jets lose 19-9 after Rams explode for 13 points in 4th quarter
Philadelphia can win the NFC East with a victory in Washington Sunday afternoon.
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Saints rule out Derek Carr, Alvin Kamara, Chris Olave for Week 16 MNF matchup vs. Packers
Carr and Kamara did not practice all week, while Olave was a limited participant.
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Rickey Henderson's defining stolen bases record will likely never be caught
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