Kirk Cousins has started for almost the entirety of this 13-season NFL career. And with a four-year, $180 million contract including $100 million in guarantees, he's being paid by the Atlanta Falcons like a starting NFL quarterback.

Kirk Cousins stays positive as backup, focusing on supporting Falcons and rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The quarterback situation in Atlanta has generated quite a lot of conversation ever since the organization drafted Michael Penix Jr. as their first-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Quarterback Kirk Cousins answers questions about his future with the Falcons after attending first day of team's 2025 mandatory minicamp