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December 18 2024
Jeff Saturday: As they battle for a postseason berth, the Atlanta Falcons have taken a risk by benching their $180 million quarterback, Kirk Cousins, in favour of rookie Michael Penix Jr. Although the choice may appear unexpected at first, it has long been anticipated. The team's decision to choose Penix with the ninth overall pick started controversy, as Cousins' continuously poor performances have begun to feel less like an exception and more like his new norm.
At 7-7 the Falcons have a lot left to play for, and they clearly believe Penix gives them a better chance to win. Discussing the move on Get Up, an expert panel agreed it's a move that could save Atlanta's season.
And former NFL centre Jeff Saturday added some context to what's happening with Cousins.
The former NFL player and analyst Jeff Saturday didn't mince words while talking about Kirk Cousins' recent difficulties. Saturday said, "I can honestly say, I don't know, and this is no joke." I've been playing for 14 years. I've spent my entire life watching football. I don't believe I've ever witnessed a player plummet that precipitously.
The stark contrast between Cousins' effectiveness in the first nine games and his subsequent appearances was brought to light on Saturday. "The previous five games have been a complete bust. He said, "To be honest, I've never seen a player tank this badly."
According to the seasoned expert, Cousins seems utterly hopeless and unconfident. He appears perplexed. It appears that he doesn't believe in anything. It resembles the final ember of a Roman candle.
He continued by calling Cousins' throwing technique unpredictable. "As soon as he throws the ball, it seems like he's trying to pull it back," Saturday went on. "This is unlike any cousin I've ever seen.
Raheem Morris obviously had no other choice. It was not an easy choice for Atlanta to bench Cousins in favour of youngster Michael Penix Jr. With a huge contract, the organisation had made a significant investment in Cousins. But as Saturday made clear, the Falcons had no other option due to Cousins' extraordinary fall.
The focus now turns to Penix, who has been put in a difficult situation. Atlanta's goal is for the rookie to live up to his promise. However, it calls into question Cousins' future with the squad if Penix does well. Jeff The hard reality of professional sports is reflected in Saturday's evaluation.
Tough choices have to be made when a player's performance declines this much. It's obvious that Atlanta is starting a new chapter, one that few anticipated would arrive so quickly.
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