In a matter of six weeks, the Atlanta Falcons went from having no clear plan at quarterback to having two QBs. Atlanta surprised many by selecting Washington's Michael Penix Jr.
The Falcons shocked the world tonight when they drafted Michael Penix. After a ton of speculation about whether Atlanta would take a defender or trade back and acquire more picks, Terry Fontenot and Raheem Morris take a quarterback in their first draft together.
Insider Ari Meirov explains why the Atlanta Falcons selection of QB Michael Penix Jr. is in the mold of Green Bay Packers star Jordan Love. Atlanta is expected to start Kirk Cousins for at least two seasons, but team leaders view Penix Jr.
When NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell read Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr.’s name off the Atlanta Falcons’ draft card, lots of jaws hit the floor.
The Atlanta Falcons shocked the NFL world, by selecting Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 5 overall selection in the NFL Draft, including starting quarterback Kirk Cousins whom the Falcons just signed this offseason.
The line for quarterbacks taken in the first round of the NFL Draft was 4.5, albeit at significant juice. Who would have thought, though, that that the over would hit within the first 10 picks.
The pick was not just surprising because many mock drafts didn’t have this prospect going in the top 10, but also because of who the Falcons already have at that position.
The Atlanta Falcons signed an aging veteran quarterback, Kirk Cousins, in free agency. They drafted an older quarter prospect with the No. 8 pick–Michael Penix Jr.
With about six hours before the NFL Draft, it’s the Wild Wild West on social media. We have NFL insiders continuing to link the Falcons to Michael Penix despite just handing Kirk Cousins $180 million in free agency.
The Atlanta Falcons solved their problem at quarterback by signing Kirk Cousins in free agency last month, and general manager Terry Fontenot is thrilled to have him aboard.
The Minnesota Vikings are not hiding the fact that they are interested in drafting a QB in the 2024 NFL Draft. The team’s current starting QB is Sam Darnold after Kirk Cousins left in free agency for the Atlanta Falcons.
The players have spoken and they’ve already released the winners for several categories, including the NBA’s most overrated player. But for one unnamed star, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins is his favorite for the most savage of reasons.
The Atlanta Falcons have secured a promising new franchise quarterback, though they’re mindful that his tenure with the team might be short-lived. Kirk Cousins, their current quarterback, faces age-related concerns, compounded by a recent significant injury that could potentially delay his return to the field.
Adam Schefter reports that per the NFL, the league’s review into tampering allegations against the Falcons and Eagles is ongoing and will not conclude this week.
When The Athletic asked anonymous NBA players to name their favorite athletes outside of the league, most of the answers were rather unsurprising, with WNBA No.
The NFL is investigating the Falcons for their role in tampering with then-free agent Kirk Cousins. Most recently, Adam Schefter of ESPN reported that a conclusion could be reached as early as this week and punishment will be dolled out.
The Atlanta Falcons cannot catch a break. The team had one of the better off-seasons so far amongst other teams after landing quarterback Kirk Cousins for a whopping $180 million.
The Falcons are preparing for the NFL Draft, where they hope to land an immediate contributor for a team in a win-now window after giving Kirk Cousins $180 million in free agency.
The Falcons find themselves in the midst of a league investigation for their role in allegedly tampering with Kirk Cousins before the allotted period to do so.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins is already endearing himself to his new team.
Falcons new QB Kirk Cousins has played with several talented wide receivers in his 12-year NFL career, but he believes one hasn't gotten the respect he deserves.
The Michigan QB has seen his draft stock rise over the past few months.
One NFL executive has warned against people naming the Falcons and not the Buccaneers the uncrowned NFC South champions for the 2024 NFL season.
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