Recent reports suggesting the Atlanta Falcons have signed free agent quarterback Kirk Cousins to a lucrative contract, making him one of the highest-paid players in football, appeared on Twitter (also known as X) on Thursday. It spread. The account MLFootball, which has more than 157,000 followers, tweeted the report, citing Atlanta news director Zach Klein. But Klein quickly accused “credible media outlets” of misrepresenting his and the Falcon's intentions.
Zach Klein: Denies reports that Atlanta Falcons have signed Kirk Cousins
Klein took to his Twitter account to refute a report from ML Football that quarterback Kirk Cousins has been traded to the Atlanta Falcons, citing Klein as the primary source of information. he said firmly. “Never… never…” The Falcons said they plan to sign Cousins. The buzz around the combine said just that… league scouts, agents and front office executives said the Falcons were the number one choice at QB. I believe it's Cousins. I haven't talked to Falcons officials yet. That's it.”
ML Football has been criticized for years for misrepresenting the words of reporters and original claims. Klein is not the first person to criticize popular Twitter accounts, and he certainly won't be the last. However, the Atlanta-based reporter emphasized that front office executives believe Cousins is the Falcons' top choice to play quarterback next season.
Cousins played in just over seven games with the Minnesota Vikings last season before suffering a severe Achilles tendon tear. He finished the 2023 season with 2,331 passing yards and 18 touchdowns against five draft picks, completing nearly 70 percent of his passes. During Cousins' six-year tenure with the Vikings, he posted well-rounded numbers with 171 touchdowns, 55 picks and a 101.2 quarterback rating.
Atlanta Falcons: Desperate for quarterback help
Atlanta will have a new face in its quarterback room even if it doesn't sign Kirk Cousins to a long-term deal. The Falcons finished 22nd or worse in passing yards, touchdowns and most picks last season. Second-year gunslinger Desmond Ridder started the season as QB1 but only tallied 12 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. Meanwhile, backup Taylor Heinicke threw five touchdowns against four designated players.
No matter who Atlanta brings in at quarterback, there will be plenty of receiving options. Falcons house star running back Bijan Robinson, former first-round pick and tight end Kyle Pitts, and 2022 NFL Draft No. 8 overall pick Drake Rondon.
