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Dirty Birds? Kirk Cousins 'Misled' by Falcons Drafting QB in 2024

FULTON COUNTY, GEORGIA, JUL 8 – Kirk Cousins felt misled after signing a $180 million contract with the Falcons before they drafted Michael Penix Jr., who replaced him as starter in December 2024.

  • Kirk Cousins expressed that he felt "misled" by the Atlanta Falcons after they drafted quarterback Michael Penix Jr. shortly after signing him to a four-year, $180 million contract.
  • Cousins stated that he would not have left the Minnesota Vikings if he had known the Falcons would draft a quarterback.
  • Cousins struggled during his first season with the Falcons, throwing eight interceptions and no touchdowns during a four-game losing streak.
  • Despite struggles, Cousins remains on the Falcons roster as discussions about his future continue.
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