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Former Vikings QB Kirk Cousins agrees to 4-year deal with Falcons, agent says

Rumors that the Bears may trade Justin Fields to Atlanta swirled earlier this offseason

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Longtime Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins is headed to the Falcons, according to multiple reports.

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The Falcons have had quarterback problems over the last few seasons, with Desmond Ridder and Taylor Heinicke sharing starting duties in 2023 for the 7-10 team.

Rather than running it back with one of them or trading for Bears quarterback Justin Fields, the Falcons are opting to pay a proven veteran starter.

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Cousins has seven seasons of 4,000+ passing yards to his name. He has a 76-67-2 record as a starter with both Minnesota and Washington.

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