The Atlanta Falcons signed Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract on the opening day of free agency to stabilize the quarterback position after failed experiments with Marcus Mariota and Desmond Ridder. Once the team drafted Michael Penix Jr. in the first round, it was only a matter of time before a quarterback controversy broke out in Atlanta. Cousins played well … [Read more...] about ESPN analyst suggests Falcons make change at quarterback
5 takeaways from Falcons’ 17-13 loss to Los Angeles Chargers
The Atlanta Falcons returned from their bye week to face the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Despite a promising start and an elite performance from Atlanta’s defense, the Falcons could not overcome Kirk Cousins’ four interceptions and lost, 17-13, to drop to 6-6 on the season.The team recorded a season-high five sacks and allowed just 10 points to the … [Read more...] about 5 takeaways from Falcons’ 17-13 loss to Los Angeles Chargers
Falcons Recap: Penix vs Cousins, pass-rush resurgence, latest injury news
The Atlanta Falcons have lost three straight games and are on the verge of squandering their lead in the NFC South. Sunday’s 17-13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers wasn’t as bad as the team’s 38-6 disaster in Denver but it was another poor showing from quarterback Kirk Cousins.Falcons head coach Raheem Morris met with the media on Monday and continued to support Cousins as the … [Read more...] about Falcons Recap: Penix vs Cousins, pass-rush resurgence, latest injury news
Where do Falcons stand in NFC South after loss to Chargers?
In a way, the Atlanta Falcons lost twice on Sunday. First, they turned the ball over four times in a 17-13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers The other loss was right down the road in Charlotte, where the Panthers fumbled their chance at upsetting the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in overtime. The Buccaneers have now tied the Falcons in the NFC South standings at 6-6. Atlanta is still … [Read more...] about Where do Falcons stand in NFC South after loss to Chargers?
Studs and Duds from Falcons’ Week 13 loss to Chargers
Following their bye week, the Atlanta Falcons dropped another game they had no business losing. Sunday’s four-point loss to the Los Angeles Chargers was tough to swallow. The Falcons outplayed the Chargers but turned the ball over four times to waste an otherwise solid effort.Despite the four turnovers, Atlanta still had a chance to win, which is a testament to how well the … [Read more...] about Studs and Duds from Falcons’ Week 13 loss to Chargers