The quarterback market got a little bit more intriguing heading into NFL free agency. The Atlanta Falcons are set to release quarterback Kirk Cousins on the first day of the new league year (Wednesday,

Add Axios on Google Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins waves after the team's 19-17 Jan. 4 victory over the New Orleans Saints. Photo: Todd Kirkland/

The Minnesota Vikings just got major clarity at quarterback with Kirk Cousins expected to be released by the Atlanta Falcons. Tyler Forness breaks down why a potential reunion could be more complicated than expected.

Kirk Cousins’ tenure with the Falcons is about to end — and one of the worst contracts in NFL history is about to be off the books. The Falcons will release Cousins on the first day of the new league year,

With the team set to release (and not re-sign) quarterback Kirk Cousins and considering quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s latest ACL injury that could delay his 2026 season, the Falcons are a lock to add a veteran to the room.

The Atlanta Falcons will release Kirk Cousins on March 11, sending the veteran QB into free agency after two up-and-down seasons in Atlanta.

The NFL scouting combine is underway, and teams are also making roster decisions. Another team has made it clear how they are handling another contract. The Atlanta Falcons are reportedly set to make a big move on quarterback Kirk Cousins.

After two turbulent seasons, the Atlanta Falcons are finally releasing Kirk Cousins, returning the quarterback to the free agency market. At 37, Cousins is not in an ideal position, but with multiple teams expected to add veteran signal-callers in the offseason,