Falcons Could Bench Kirk Cousins For Michael Penix

Struggles or not, it's not time for Falcons head coach Raheem Morris to bench Kirk Cousins in favor of Michael Penix Jr.
And yet, after drafting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. at No. 8 ... A month and a half after adding Cousins, the Falcons brought in Penix -- who's made believers in the coaching staff.
Instead, he capped off the day with one more pick. Kirk Cousins just played himself out of the game. Penix deserves a shot and if he plays well, let him run the show. Well, they have one.
In Atlanta, the refrains praising Kirk Cousins' leadership are familiar. But the longevity of his connection with the Falcons is already in doubt as he prepares to return to Minnesota to play the ...