The future of quarterback Kirk Cousins has been one of the most talked-about topics related to the Atlanta Falcons all offseason, and more details on that have emerged after the conclusion of the 2025 NFL draft.

Quarterback Kirk Cousins remains on the Falcons' roster. Appearing with Adam Schein of SiriusXM Mad Dog Radio on Tuesday, Falcons G.M. Terry Fontenot addressed the status of the former starter who has been supplanted by Michael Penix Jr.

Kirk Cousins’ 2024 season with the Atlanta Falcons was up and down, showing moments of strong play but also key mistakes. Despite trade rumors and being benched late in the season, he remains on the roster — a surprise to many fans. Cousins, who signed a four-year, $180 million deal, threw for 3,508 yards with 18 touchdowns and 16 interceptions.