JUST IN: Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Raheem Morris Has Officially Made His Decision Clear To Kirk Cousins Future Following His Long Term Saga That Has Spark Chaotic Reaction From Falcon and NFL World

ATLANTA — After weeks of speculation, head coach Raheem Morris has finally broken his silence on the future of veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins, delivering a statement that has sent shockwaves through the Atlanta Falcons organization and the NFL landscape at large.

In a press conference Monday morning, Morris confirmed that Cousins remains the Falcons’ starting quarterback “without a shadow of a doubt,” despite the team drafting Michael Penix Jr. in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. The selection of Penix had ignited a firestorm of controversy among fans and analysts, many questioning whether Cousins’ days were numbered in Atlanta before even taking a snap in a regular-season game.

 

“Let me be absolutely clear—Kirk Cousins is our guy,” Morris said emphatically. “He’s the leader in our locker room, and he’s our starting quarterback. Drafting Penix was about building for the future. Kirk gives us the best chance to win right now.”

The decision marks a definitive stance after weeks of cryptic messages from team executives and rumors swirling across social media platforms. Cousins, who signed a four-year, $180 million contract with the Falcons in March, had remained relatively quiet since the Penix pick, fueling concerns about his role and potential tension within the QB room.

Now, Morris has quelled the speculation—at least for the time being.

The NFL world has reacted swiftly and passionately. Some Falcons fans have praised Morris for doubling down on Cousins, citing his experience and leadership. Others remain skeptical, pointing to the team’s long-term investment in Penix as a signal that the clock is already ticking on Cousins’ tenure.

NFL analysts have also weighed in, with ESPN’s Adam Schefter tweeting, “This clarifies the short-term vision, but the long-term QB narrative in Atlanta remains one to watch closely.”

One thing is certain: Raheem Morris has spoken, and the Falcons’ quarterback hierarchy is no longer in limbo. But with expectations sky-high and eyes watching closely, the saga may be far from over.

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