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Falcons Weigh Trade Options: Cousins or Penix?

4/1/2025

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The Atlanta Falcons are at a crossroads with their quarterback situation, weighing the options between Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr. Cousins, frustrated in a backup role, is eyeing a starting position and could waive his no-trade clause post-NFL Draft. The Falcons are considering a trade, particularly with the Cleveland Browns, if it serves their interests.

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Story summary

The Atlanta Falcons are at a crossroads with their quarterback situation, weighing the options between Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr. Cousins, frustrated in a backup role, is eyeing a starting position and could waive his no-trade clause post-NFL Draft. The Falcons are considering a trade, particularly with the Cleveland Browns, if it serves their interests.