Getty Atlanta Falcons GM Terry Fontenot created a mess with Kirk Cousins What else can be said about the situation between the Atlanta Falcons and quarterback Kirk Cousins that hasn’t also been said about the Cincinnati Bengals ‘ issues with [insert just about any player here]? The quick synopsis: The Falcons signed Cousins to a four-year, $180 million deal in 2024 that includes a full no-trade clause. Then, they went ahead and spent the eighth-overall pick on Michael Penix, Jr . in the NFL