"Since Michael Penix Jr. went down and Kirk Cousins went under center, we've heard a lot of different quotes to explain why that hasn't happened. Cousins is more comfortable; Zac Robinson has reiterated that they can still have success doing the same things out of the pistol. If you've been paying close attention to the Falcons since 2024, this likely rubbed you the wrong way."
"If the offense works itself back to looking functional, it wouldn't be the first time Atlanta's brass plays it safe and brings everyone back. I've thought a lot about the exit of Steve Sarkisian during this time, and I worry that the Falcons are looking at that situation from the other side. After all this time, they might feel that a 3rd year was"
Michael Penix Jr.'s injury led to Kirk Cousins replacing him, prompting conflicting explanations about scheme comfort and role fit. Coaches claim Cousins prefers pistol-based play and that offense can succeed without schematic changes, while observers question why those approaches were not used earlier to help Penix. Media and fans view the explanations as inconsistent and concerning. A late-season offensive resurgence could influence ownership to retain current staff, echoing past decisions to prioritize continuity over change. The presence of Raheem Morris and Zac Robinson creates uncertainty about long-term coaching assignments and potential internal promotions.
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