It’s the Michael Penix Jr. era in Atlanta, as the Falcons announced the benching of Kirk Cousins. While the fan base is excited about new beginnings, the fallout from signing Cousins to a $180 million free agent contract is only beginning as well. Heads should roll for this ordeal, which is nothing short of an
The storyline grabbing headlines is rightfully the decision to move onto Michael Penix Jr., but quietly, another one is flying under the radar. Raheem Morris had to find a replacement for Younghoe Koo. Earlier in the season, when the usually reliable Koo missed a few kicks, I pounded the table to give him more time.
The Hawks have quietly been one of the best stories in the NBA, and with the trade deadline in February approaching, there will be no shortage of rumors and reports surrounding Atlanta. This two-month window could provide the perfect opportunity for Landry Fields to stockpile assets or improve the margins. Here are some Hawks trade
When the Falcons gave Kirk Cousins $180 million in free agency, they never envisioned he would be this ineffective, especially when the club decided to draft Michael Penix Jr. six weeks later with a top 10 pick. Just 14 games into that $180 million contract, Cousins’ time in Atlanta is over. The Falcons have benched
The Falcons are making a change at quarterback, benching Kirk Cousins in favor of Michael Penix Jr., according to a statement from Raheem Morris. “After review we have made the decision Michael Penix will be the Atlanta Falcons starting quarterback moving forward,” Morris said. “This was a football decision and we are fully focused on
Raheem Morris’ lack of trust in Kirk Cousins became painfully evident during the second half of the Falcons’ win over the Raiders. Zac Robinson called an ultra-conservative game, relying heavily on the run despite facing a dreadful Raiders defense and an even worse offense. The Falcons’ defense was dominant, and yet Atlanta refused to open
The Devil works hard, but the NFL works harder, and those at the league offices want to see Michael Penix Jr. square off against Jayden Daniels, as they announced the Falcons will take on the Commanders on Sunday, Dec. 17 at 8:20 p.m. in primetime. The Week 17 game was flexed and could’ve been played
Everyone can see Kirk Cousins isn’t what he was before the Achilles injury, and the Falcons offense is rearing its ugly head with the veteran under center. Despite starting with field position in Raiders territory on four of their 11 drives, Atlanta only mustered 15 points, two of which came by a safety. Two of
The Falcons win over the Raiders on Monday Night Football was the least inspiring win Atlanta fans have seen in quite a long time. The old adage “never apologize for a win” in the NFL is generally true, but this is different. The Falcons aren’t going to catch the Buccaneers in the NFC South. They’re
While other fan bases are busy buying new jerseys and celebrating big offseason moves, Braves Country sits impatiently, waiting for Alex Anthopoulos to make his first significant splash. The reason behind the quiet offseason has been clear to some, but for those who needed a little more credibility to back it up, Chipper Jones recently
