"Kirk Cousins made a persistent effort to leave Atlanta this year. The high-priced quarterback - one the team demoted late in the 2024 season - met with Arthur Blank about a release last spring. No trade or release took place, despite Cousins' desire for the latter route, and he ended up starting nearly half the season. Michael Penix Jr.'s injury trouble resurfaced, giving Cousins a runway to start eight games."
"Months after his meeting with Blank and voiced preference to be released (amid Penix's rise to QB1 status), Cousins said he is open to staying with the Falcons. Confirming he is not planning to retire, the 14-year veteran said ( via The Athletic's Josh Kendall) he would "love" to stay in Atlanta. The 37-year-old QB is due a $35MM base salary in 2026."
Kirk Cousins sought a release from the Falcons and met with owner Arthur Blank last spring, but no trade or release occurred and he started nearly half the season. Michael Penix Jr.'s recurring injury issues allowed Cousins to start eight games and quarterback five of Atlanta's eight wins. Cousins has two years left on a four-year, $180 million contract with only $10 million fully guaranteed remaining. Cousins later said he is open to staying in Atlanta and is not retiring, but he faces a $35 million base salary in 2026 and diminished trade value after a down statistical season.
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