The Minnesota Vikings took a gamble when they allowed Kirk Cousins to test free agency during the offseason, effectively permitting their quarterback of six years to pack his bags. Cousins sealed the deal,

It makes perfect sense for both sides. The Falcons would be able to fast track the start of the Penix era, while the Giants would land a rock-solid veteran (that they could ditch after a year if he doesn’t pan out) to help them win games now/ease the transition of the rookie quarterback.

It was always going to end like this. I think Falcons’ fans are more shocked it happened this quickly. The Kirk Cousins experience has been just that, a wild experience, and after yesterday’s home loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, Atlanta fans are calling for Cousins’ head and rightfully so.