SE Atlanta News

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Kirk Cousins continues to be a topic of discussion concerning his future with the Atlanta Falcons. There are questions surrounding the veteran quarterback's position within the team as the offseason progresses towards the 2025 NFL Draft.

Inquiries from fans have highlighted the financial considerations of having Cousins as a backup quarterback, prompting speculation about his role moving forward. "We gave Kirk Cousins two years guaranteed," said Terry Fontenot back in January. "We wanted to get that high-level quarterback play for two seasons. Now what happens is we had to accelerate that plan and go to Mike [Penix] earlier."

Cousins' desire to be a starter elsewhere is noted, especially following his statements on Good Morning Football about playing with an injury and his meeting with owner Arthur Blank. The Falcons appear to hold the decisive power due to Cousins’ no-trade clause. A possible trade could relieve some financial burdens, although it complicates finding a backup after Cousins' departure.

Attention also turns to center position concerns after the departure of Drew Dalman. Fan commentary suggests a need for stability in this pivotal role. While Ryan Neuzil’s past performance offers a potential solution, draft strategy and resource allocation remain topics of debate. The focus appears to prioritize defensive needs over acquiring a new center in the early draft rounds.

Falcons fans and observers await further developments as the team navigates these personnel decisions during the offseason.