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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Talk / 22 minutes ago
Falcons suggest Michael Penix Jr. could sit for "four or five years" 
The Falcons outsmarted themselves by taking a quarterback with the eighth overall pick in the draft, just six weeks after making a nine-figure financial commitment to Kirk Cousins.
NFL News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago
Four players on the hot seat because of team's recent draft selections
While Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins shouldn't worry about losing his starting role anytime soon, these four players' seats are starting to heat up.
NFL News / Mike Farrell Sports / 11 hours ago
Dumb NFL Draft Round One Picks
The dumbest picks in round one of the NFL Draft. — I don’t need to go into this much. Penix Jr. is solid although top-10 is way too high but for the Falcons to take him after paying Kirk Cousins — that makes no sense.
NFL News / ClutchPoints / 6 hours ago
What Falcons’ Kirk Cousins told Michael Penix Jr. after NFL Draft selection
The Atlanta Falcons selected their potential quarterback of the future in the 2024 NFL Draft on Thursday, taking Washington standout Michael Penix Jr at eighth overall.
Washington Huskies News / Yardbarker / 0 minutes ago
Kirk Cousins comments on Falcons' decision to draft QB Michael Penix Jr.
Even though they've committed to him for the next four years, the Falcons didn't consult their new franchise quarterback before picking Penix.
Atlanta Falcons News / The Forkball / 0 minutes ago
Atlanta Falcons: The Case For And Against Drafting Michael Penix Jr.
The Atlanta Falcons were the talk of the first night of the 2024 NFL Draft. While many mocked an edge rusher to them in the first round, they shocked the NFL world and took quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
Washington Huskies News / Yardbarker / 10 minutes ago
Falcons' Kyle Pitts reacted like many to Michael Penix Jr. draft pick
Kyle Pitts was among those stunned when the club controversially made Michael Penix Jr. the eighth pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.
Atlanta Falcons News / CBSSports.com / 52 minutes ago
2024 NFL Draft: Michael Penix Jr. to Atlanta Falcons: "It makes no sense to me," says expert
Pete Prisco joined CBS Sports HQ after the Falcons surprisingly picked quarterback Michael Penix Jr. despite having Kirk Cousins under center
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 14 hours ago
Anonymous GM on Michael Penix Jr: 'He’s going to be a star'
It doesn’t matter where you look, every single sports show today is leading off with the Falcons’ mind-boggling decision to take Michael Penix Jr. 8th overall despite just handing Kirk Cousins $180 million less than two months ago.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 40 minutes ago
Report: Falcons tried trading back into first round for this prospect
Coming into the NFL Draft, the Falcons had glaring needs on the defensive side of the ball, prompting many to speculate that Dallas Turner or Laiatu Latu would be the 8th overall pick.
NFL News / Vikings Territory / 21 hours ago
Kirk Cousins Is Reportedly Unhappy
The Minnesota Vikings made two splash moves in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft, trading up for J.J. McCarthy and selecting Alabama’s pass-rusher Dallas Turner with the 17th overall pick.
NFL News / Draft Countdown / 39 minutes ago
Pigskin’s 2024 Draft Diary Day One
Sorry I cannot be with you Draftniks live and in person this year, but duty calls with a medical issue in my family right now. But if Brian has time I am hoping this Draft Diary can be published before Friday night picking starts.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / 32 minutes ago
Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins not looped in on Michael Penix Jr. selection
The Atlanta Falcons are trying to say all the right things about why they drafted QB Michael Penix despite having just signed Kirk Cousins to a huge free-agent contract.
NFL News / SportsTalkATL / 50 minutes ago
Bears GM Ryan Poles laughs when asked about Falcons drafting Michael Penix
The world is laughing at the Atlanta Falcons, and it’s not just fans. Members of the media and even NFL GMs are taking their turn to get in on the fun.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL Analysis Network / 18 hours ago
Atlanta Falcons Reveal Horrible Future Michael Penix Jr. Timeline
The Atlanta Falcons had their sights set on quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and are willing to exercise patience for him to eventually lead the offense as the starter.
Washington Huskies News / Yardbarker / 13 minutes ago
Analysts perplexed by Falcons' Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins situation
The Falcons made Washington Huskies quarterback Michael Penix Jr. the eighth pick of the 2024 NFL Draft less than two months after they signed veteran Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180M contract.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / 19 hours ago
Michael Penix Jr. not playing for 4-5 years??
The Falcons are once again the butt of the jokes following the first round of the draft after selecting Michael Penix Jr. 8th overall not even two months after signing Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract.
Washington Huskies News / Larry Brown Sports / 24 minutes ago
Kirk Cousins reportedly left ‘shocked’ by Falcons’ draft decision
The Atlanta Falcons pulled off a stunning move in the NFL Draft on Thursday, and it’s a move that reportedly has left Kirk Cousins shocked.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / April 25
Kirk Cousins stunned, frustrated by Falcons’ Michael Penix pick
The Falcons shocked the world tonight when they drafted Michael Penix. After a ton of speculation about whether Atlanta would take a defender or trade back and acquire more picks, Terry Fontenot and Raheem Morris take a quarterback in their first draft together.
Washington Huskies News / Yardbarker / 3 minutes ago
Kirk Cousins reportedly didn’t know Falcons were drafting a QB with No. 8 pick
When NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell read Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr.’s name off the Atlanta Falcons’ draft card, lots of jaws hit the floor.
NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / April 25
Shocking Kirk Cousins Details Emerge After Atlanta Falcons’ Surprising Michael Penix Jr. Pick
The Atlanta Falcons shocked the NFL world, by selecting Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 5 overall selection in the NFL Draft, including starting quarterback Kirk Cousins whom the Falcons just signed this offseason.
Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / April 25
Falcons make stunning pick at No. 8 in 2024 NFL Draft
The pick was not just surprising because many mock drafts didn’t have this prospect going in the top 10, but also because of who the Falcons already have at that position.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL Analysis Network / April 25
Atlanta Falcons GM Doesn’t Hold Back About Kirk Cousins
The Atlanta Falcons solved their problem at quarterback by signing Kirk Cousins in free agency last month, and general manager Terry Fontenot is thrilled to have him aboard.
Atlanta Falcons News / Hardwood Heroics / April 24
Unnamed NBA Player Votes Kirk Cousins as His Favorite Athlete for Savage Reasons
The players have spoken and they’ve already released the winners for several categories, including the NBA’s most overrated player. But for one unnamed star, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins is his favorite for the most savage of reasons.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / 10 minutes ago
No Resolution Into Eagles & Falcons Tampering Investigation This Week
Adam Schefter reports that per the NFL, the league’s review into tampering allegations against the Falcons and Eagles is ongoing and will not conclude this week.
Atlanta Falcons News / ClutchPoints / April 23
Anonymous NBA player drops harsh reason for naming Falcons’ Kirk Cousins his favorite player
When The Athletic asked anonymous NBA players to name their favorite athletes outside of the league, most of the answers were rather unsurprising, with WNBA No.
Atlanta Falcons News / FirstSportz / April 23
Falcons reportedly could be forced to forfeit draft picks for potential tampering in Kirk Cousins’ $180 million signing
The Atlanta Falcons cannot catch a break. The team had one of the better off-seasons so far amongst other teams after landing quarterback Kirk Cousins for a whopping $180 million.
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