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Falcons Hire Stefanski, Sign Tagovailoa Amid QB Competition

3/14/2026

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The Atlanta Falcons hired Kevin Stefanski as their new coach.
They released veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins and signed Tua Tagovailoa to a one-year deal.
With Michael Penix Jr., recovering from an ACL injury, Tagovailoa could start, but Ian Cunningham says no starting job is guaranteed.
Cunningham said the Falcons informed Penix about Tagovailoa to avoid surprises.
The Falcons remain optimistic about their new free-agent class and ongoing competition.

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The Atlanta Falcons hired Kevin Stefanski as their new coach.
They released veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins and signed Tua Tagovailoa to a one-year deal.
With Michael Penix Jr., recovering from an ACL injury, Tagovailoa could start, but Ian Cunningham says no starting job is guaranteed.
Cunningham said the Falcons informed Penix about Tagovailoa to avoid surprises.
The Falcons remain optimistic about their new free-agent class and ongoing competition.