The Falcons allowed the 4 pm ET deadline on Cousins' 2026 roster bonus to pass on March 15 with the quarterback still on their roster. That means, when all is said and done, the Falcons may pay Cousins $100 million for 14 games.

Kirk Cousins needs out of Atlanta. The New York Giants are desperate for a quarterback. Here's why this match could work.

Kirk Cousins is still on the Atlanta Falcons' roster, but they reportedly want to change that this offseason. Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports cited a current NFL general manager in a Wednesday article who said the Falcons are looking for a trade partner.