"Kirk Cousins is the clear best veteran free agent quarterback option according to BMitch, with Geno Smith, Tua Tagovailoa, and Kyler Murray checking in behind. The scenario raises an interesting potential for Washington, where Cousins spent the first six seasons of his NFL career before hitting the market following his release from the Atlanta Falcons."
"There are still several reasons why a return to Washington for Cousins would be unlikely. First off, the Commanders aren't looking to spend big on their backup. They can find a cheap veteran to do exactly what Mariota did last year, such as Tyrod Taylor or Tyler Huntley."
"The Commanders will also probably desire a backup whose skillset is similar to Daniels'. That way, new offensive coordinator David Blough doesn't have to change his offense too much should they need to step in. A mobile quarterback would be ideal, and Cousins is certainly not that."
The Washington Commanders face the need to fill their backup quarterback position after Marcus Mariota enters free agency. Kirk Cousins, released by the Atlanta Falcons, represents a potential reunion option for the team where he spent his first six NFL seasons. Brian Mitchell identified Cousins as the best available free agent quarterback ahead of Geno Smith, Tua Tagovailoa, and Kyler Murray. However, several factors make a Commanders reunion unlikely: the team seeks an affordable backup rather than a high-cost veteran, prefers a mobile quarterback compatible with Jayden Daniels' skill set to minimize offensive adjustments, and Cousins likely still believes he can start elsewhere.
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