Overview

• Season 2 of Netflix’s “Quarterback” premiered July 8 and features Cousins saying he felt “misled” when the Falcons drafted Michael Penix Jr. weeks after signing his four-year, $180 million contract.
• Cousins told cameras he would likely have stayed with the Vikings if Atlanta had been transparent about selecting a quarterback so high in the draft, a parallel to Minnesota’s choice of J.J. McCarthy at No. 10.
• Late-season ankle, shoulder and elbow injuries contributed to Cousins’ struggle in 2024 and preceded the mid-December benching in favor of Penix Jr.
• Despite airing his frustrations publicly, Cousins remains under contract with Atlanta and is slated to serve as Penix Jr.’s backup for the 2025 season.
• Trade discussions have failed to materialize, leaving the four-time Pro Bowler in a costly reserve role as training camp approaches.