Overview

• Cousins declared “We’re moving forward” and affirmed his commitment to the team’s 2025 objectives.
• 2024 first-round pick Michael Penix Jr. is confirmed as Atlanta’s starting quarterback with Cousins set as his backup.
• Head coach Raheem Morris praised Cousins’ professionalism and indicated the team plans to retain him as QB2 absent a trade.
• The Falcons have made no trades involving Cousins as teams like the Browns, Giants, Vikings and Steelers have filled their quarterback rosters.
• Cousins rates his Achilles recovery at six-to-eight out of ten and is concentrating on rebuilding his mobility.