Today marks a pivotal moment in the Kirk Cousins saga as the Atlanta Falcons decide to retain the quarterback, thereby activating a $10 million guaranteed roster bonus due in 2026. This brings the Falcons' financial commitment to Cousins to a total of $100 million through 2026. While the team seems set on Michael Penix Jr. as their future quarterback, they are in no rush to trade Cousins, creating speculation about his future despite his push for a release.
Cousins inked a four-year, $180MM deal with the Falcons last offseason, with $90MM guaranteed at signing.
Today's decision to keep Cousins on the roster buys the Falcons as much time as they want to find a resolution for his future.
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