Summary
Kirk Cousins, a well-known NFL quarterback, will become a free agent in 2026. The Pittsburgh Steelers, needing a reliable quarterback, have expressed a strong sentiment against him joining their team, although his free-agent options are narrowing.
Key Facts
- Kirk Cousins will be a free agent in 2026.
- The Pittsburgh Steelers need a starting quarterback for 2026.
- Steelers.com writer Bob Labriola stated he's against the team pursuing Cousins.
- Bob Labriola's views are personal and do not represent the team's stance.
- Cousins was benched by the Atlanta Falcons in 2024 but played in 2025 due to an injury to the starting quarterback.
- In 2025, Cousins completed 61.7% of his passes, with 1,721 yards, 10 touchdowns, and five interceptions.
- Cousins has a strong career record with a 66.7% completion rate, 44,700 passing yards, 298 touchdowns, and 131 interceptions over 174 games.
