Quarterback Ambitions
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins has made it clear he is determined to secure a starting role. His desire to take on a leading position was communicated directly, even as discussions about the direction of the team intensify.
Organizational Strategy
The leadership in Atlanta, including the head coach and general manager, is committed to making decisions they believe will benefit the organization. Their approach centers on retaining control over the situation by leveraging the financial commitment already in place. By continuing to pay Cousins’ substantial salary, they maintain the flexibility to position him as a backup while preserving valuable assets for future opportunities.
Financial Leverage and Trade Possibilities
Under his contract, Cousins is guaranteed $62.5 million in the upcoming year, with an additional $27.5 million guaranteed thereafter. This structure provides Atlanta with significant leverage. It creates the possibility of positioning him as an insurance trade option. In such a scenario, if another team experiences a quarterback injury early in the season, a trade could be initiated in exchange for a draft pick or similar asset, thereby maximizing the team’s investment regardless of his on-field role.
