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Falcons to Release Kirk Cousins

Falcons 2026 free agent list: Kyle Pitts returns, Kirk Cousins out

The team officially used the franchise tag on tight end Kyle Pitts, keeping the former top-five pick in Atlanta for one more year at least.

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Atlanta Falcons make big decision to help with Kirk Cousins contract release

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Atlanta Falcons to cut quarterback Kirk Cousins on March 11

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Falcons tell QB Kirk Cousins he will be released, GM says

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins has been informed that he will be released at the start of the new league year, general manager Ian Cunningham said during an interview with 92.9 The Game on T...

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Falcons GM confirms QB Kirk Cousins to be released March 11

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2026 NFL Free Agency: Veteran QB Kirk Cousins Could End Up with the Jets

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Falcons to Release Kirk Cousins: 3 Potential Landing Spots in NFL Free Agency

Cunningham was speaking with the media ahead of the NFL Combine, when he told reporters that backup Kirk Cousins will be released on the first day of the league year.

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Falcons Recap: Latest on Kirk Cousins, Kyle Pitts, NFL combine

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Falcons expected to release Kirk Cousins in March, adding another veteran QB to free-agent market

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Ian Cunningham thinks Bears should get draft picks for Falcons hiring him as GM

The NFL's Rooney Rule calls for teams that develop minority executives or coaches to receive a pair of third-round picks when they move on to other clubs as General Managers and head coaches, but the Bears are currently not expected to receive those compensatory selections after Ian Cunningham left the team to become the GM in Atlanta.

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Poles said Bears are still seeking 3rd round compensation over Falcons' hire of Ian Cunningham

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Bears have reached out to NFL about comp picks for Ian Cunningham

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QB Who? Bears claim trade interest high in backup Tyson Bagent

Nobody predicted a quarterback quandary for the Chicago Bears this offseason.

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Packers Make Final Decision Regarding Josh Jacobs' Future

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Bears, Falcons agree that Bears should receive compensatory 3rd-round draft picks for Ian Cunningham leaving

Falcons clear $2.64 million in cap space by releasing former Pro Bowler

“ The Falcons are releasing WR and former Pro Bowl special-teamer KhaDarel Hodge, per Jordan Schulz. Move will clear $2,640,000 in salary cap space.”

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Falcons to release Pro Bowl WR ahead of NFL free agency

Report: Falcons expected to release Pro Bowl WR KhaDarel Hodge ahead of NFL free agency

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Atlanta Falcons Releasing Pro Bowler, Special Teams Ace

The Atlanta Falcons decided it was time for a change, making the move to part ways with a 2024 Pro Bowler

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Falcons view receiver as ‘premium position,’ have abundant options in NFL draft

The Falcons, short on depth and talent around Drake London, figure to be in the market for receivers. This is also one of the draft’s strongest positions.

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Falcons Part Ways With Veteran WR as Roster Shakeup Begins

According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Atlanta Falcons have informed wide receiver and former Pro Bowl special teamer KhaDarel Hodge that he’ll be released, ending his four year run in Atlanta.

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Ian Cunningham Teases Bigger Role for Atlanta Falcons Playmaker

Ian Cunningham addressed the media in Indianapolis, and the Atlanta Falcons' general manager discussed the evolution of the tight end position.

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Atlanta Falcons Release Pro Bowl WR In Surprise Move

In a surprise roster move, the Atlanta Falcons released veteran standout and Pro Bowler KhaDarel Hodge. They save cap space.

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Report: Falcons release special-teams star KhaDarel Hodge

The Atlanta Falcons have informed Pro Bowl special-teams star KhaDarel Hodge that he is being released, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported Wednesday. The 31-year-old wide receiver spent the past four seasons with the Falcons,

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Could This Be a Solution for the Falcons Quarterback Question?

The Atlanta Falcons have a question at the quarterback position. Should they choose to trade, could Tyson Bagent be an option for them?