Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins signed a $100 million deal with the team to retire in Atlanta, but after a rough stretch of games, he was benched in favor of rookie Michael Penix Jr. The move comes as the team faces a 29% chance of making the playoffs, with Penix set to start upcoming games against the Giants, Commanders, and Panthers. The decision signals the end of Cousins’ future with the Falcons, as the team is moving forward with Penix at quarterback.
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