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Falcons open to trading Kirk Cousins

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The Falcons are moving forward with Penix as their starter.
Yahoo! Sports |
Despite the Minnesota Vikings having spent a first round draft pick on J.J. McCarthy during the last NFL Draft cycle, quarterback remains a talking point for the franchise.
Bleacher Report |
One indication the Falcons could still trade Cousins rather than keep him is they didn't restructure his contract, which would push the money he is owed into future years.

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