Summary
Category: sports
The Atlanta Falcons have decided not to trade quarterback Kirk Cousins. He will stay as the backup quarterback for the team behind Michael Penix Jr. There have been trade rumors, but the team currently plans to keep Cousins on their roster.
Key Facts
- The Atlanta Falcons replaced Kirk Cousins with Michael Penix Jr. as their starting quarterback last season.
- Kirk Cousins has been involved in trade rumors during the offseason and the start of the 2025 season.
- Despite rumors, the Falcons are not interested in trading Cousins before the trade deadline.
- The team views Cousins as their primary backup quarterback.
- Kirk Cousins has appeared in one game this season, completing five of seven passes for 29 yards.
- Last season, Cousins played 14 games with a record of 3,508 passing yards, 18 touchdowns, and 16 interceptions.
- Rumors suggest Cousins remains a possible trade candidate if the Falcons receive a suitable offer.
