Three Teams Reportedly Seek Trade for Kirk Cousins

Kirk Cousins' future with the Atlanta Falcons is uncertain after losing his starting quarterback role to Michael Penix Jr., with trade possibilities emerging as the team pivots to Penix as its leader. Despite signing a four-year, $180 million contract, Cousins was benched late last season and has reportedly expressed a preference to play elsewhere rather than remain as a backup. Potential trade destinations include the Pittsburgh Steelers, Cleveland Browns, and Minnesota Vikings, though Cousins would need to waive his no-trade clause to facilitate any move. The Falcons could also choose to keep Cousins as an experienced backup, but the number of teams in need of a starting quarterback has diminished as the offseason progresses.