Kirk Cousins officially signed as Falcons’ next quarterback

Minnesota Vikings v Philadelphia Eagles PHILADELPHIA, PA - SEPTEMBER 14: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings stands on the sidelines during the national anthem prior to an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 14, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images) (Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)

Free Agency Roundup Football FILE - Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) looks to pass during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Oct. 29, 2023, in Green Bay, Wis. Kirk Cousins is heading to the Falcons. Saquon Barkley is joining the Eagles. Brian Burns is going to the Giants. The first day of the NFL’s legal tampering period Monday, March 11, 2024, was a free-for-all frenzy with teams making one big move after another, highlighted by Cousins’ decision to leave Minnesota for Atlanta. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File) (Matt Ludtke/AP)

Kansas City Chiefs v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - OCTOBER 08: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings looks on prior to the start of the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 08, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Chiefs defeated the Vikings 27-20. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images) (David Berding/Getty Images)

Atlanta Falcons v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - SEPTEMBER 08: Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons and Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings hug after the game at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 8, 2019 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Vikings defeated the Falcons 28-12. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images) (Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

Green Bay Packers v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - DECEMBER 31: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings greets players on the field after the game against the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 31, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images) (Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

San Francisco 49ers v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - OCTOBER 23: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates a 22-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 23, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images) (Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Green Bay Packers GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 29: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings warms up before a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 29, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) (Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Chicago Bears CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 15: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings reacts against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on October 15, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Green Bay Packers GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 29: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings looks on during the first half of a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 29, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) (Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell and quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) stand on the field during the second half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke) (Matt Ludtke/AP)

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins listens to a reporter's question after the team's 19-13 win over the Chicago Bears in an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast) (Charles Rex Arbogast/AP)

Minnesota Vikings v Chicago Bears CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 15: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings walks off the field after a win over the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on October 15, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images) (Quinn Harris/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Chargers v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - SEPTEMBER 24: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings warms up prior to a game against the Los Angeles Chargers at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 24, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images) (Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Chargers v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - SEPTEMBER 24: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings throws the ball before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 24, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.The Los Angeles Chargers defeated the Minnesota Vikings 28-24. (Photo by Adam Bettcher/Getty Images) (Adam Bettcher/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Chargers v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - SEPTEMBER 24: Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings talks to Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings after their 28-24 loss against the Los Angeles Chargers at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 24, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images) (Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) and wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) walk off the field after an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)

Minnesota Vikings v Philadelphia Eagles PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 14: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings hands the ball off to Alexander Mattison #2 during the first half at Lincoln Financial Field on September 14, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images) (Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Indianapolis Colts v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - DECEMBER 17: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates on the field after defeating the Indianapolis Colts at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 17, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Adam Bettcher/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Philadelphia Eagles PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 19: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings and Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles greet one another after their game at Lincoln Financial Field on September 19, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

NFL: Detroit Lions at Minnesota Vikings Sep 25, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws a pass against the Detroit Lions during the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports - 19139537

NFL: Arizona Cardinals at Minnesota Vikings Oct 14, 2018; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) celebrates his touchdown during the third quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports - 11443357

Arizona Cardinals v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - OCTOBER 30: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates a touchdown during the second half against the Arizona Cardinals at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 30, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)

Detroit Lions v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MN - SEPTEMBER 25: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings warms up prior to the game against the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 25, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Washington Commanders LANDOVER, MARYLAND - NOVEMBER 06: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings throws the ball during the game against the Washington Commanders at FedExField on November 06, 2022 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Buffalo Bills ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 13: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings attempts a pass during the fourth quarter against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on November 13, 2022 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images)

Carolina Panthers vs. Minnesota Vikings Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) runs from Carolina Panthers defensive end Yetur Gross-Matos (97) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn) (Bruce Kluckhohn/AP)

Bud Light Super Bowl Music Fest / EA SPORTS BOWL - Arrivals ATLANTA, GA - JANUARY 31: Kirk Cousins attends Bud Light Super Bowl Music Fest / EA SPORTS BOWL at State Farm Arena on January 31, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Bud Light Super Bowl Music Fest / EA SPORTS BOWL) (Kevin Mazur)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) and Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) talk after an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Monday, Oct. 6, 2014. Seattle defeated Washington 27-17. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws to a receiver in the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins looks for a receiver in the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) reacts to wide receiver Andre Roberts' touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Landover, Md., Monday, Oct. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins looks for a receiver in the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws to a receiver in the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins passes against the Seattle Seahawks in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)

No. 12: Kirk Cousins, $19.95 million (Photo: Getty Images)

Washington Redskins v Baltimore Ravens BALTIMORE, MD - OCTOBER 09: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins addresses the media after a football game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on October 9, 2016 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) (Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)

Miami Marlins v Washington Nationals - Game Two WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 14: Kirk Cousins of the Washington Redskins throws out the first pitch before the game between the Washington Nationals and the Miami Marlins at Nationals Park on May 14, 2016 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images) (Greg Fiume/Getty Images)

Washington Redskins v Detroit Lions DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 23: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins warms up prior to the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on October 23, 2016 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images) (Leon Halip/Getty Images)

Chicago Bears v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - DECEMBER 20: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings reacts during the third quarter against the Chicago Bears at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 20, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images) (Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

Washington Redskins v Philadelphia Eagles PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 26: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins warms up prior to the game against the Philadelphia Eagles on December 26, 2015 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) (Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

New Era Style Lounge - Thursday February 4, 2016 SAN FRANCISCO, CA - FEBRUARY 04: NFL player Kirk Cousins attends the New Era Style Lounge at The Battery on February 4, 2016 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images for New Era) (Ethan Miller)

Green Bay Packers v Washington Redskins LANDOVER, MD - NOVEMBER 20: Quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins looks to pass against the Green Bay Packers in the first quarter at FedExField on November 20, 2016 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images) (Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Washington Redskins v Dallas Cowboys ARLINGTON, TX - JANUARY 03: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins reacts after throwing a touchdown pass against the Dallas Cowboys during the first quarter at AT&T Stadium on January 3, 2016 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) (Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Washington Redskins v Dallas Cowboys ARLINGTON, TX - NOVEMBER 24: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins takes a hit from Tyrone Crawford #98 of the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter of their game at AT&T Stadium on November 24, 2016 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images) (Tom Pennington/Getty Images)

Washington Redskins v Dallas Cowboys ARLINGTON, TX - NOVEMBER 24: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins pitches the ball to his running back during the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on November 24, 2016 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images) (Tom Pennington/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Washington Redskins LANDOVER, MD - NOVEMBER 13: Quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins looks to pass while teammate tackle Ty Nsekhe #79 blocks against defensive end Danielle Hunter #99 of the Minnesota Vikings in the second quarter at FedExField on November 13, 2016 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) (Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Detroit Lions v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - OCTOBER 10: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings looks to throw the ball during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) (Elsa/Getty Images)

Green Bay Packers v Washington Redskins LANDOVER, MD - NOVEMBER 20: Quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins passes the ball against the Green Bay Packers in the second quarter at FedExField on November 20, 2016 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images) (Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Washington Redskins v Detroit Lions DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 23: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins celebrates a touchdown while playing the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on October 23, 2016 in Detroit, Michigan (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) (Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Green Bay Packers v Washington Redskins LANDOVER, MD - NOVEMBER 20: Quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins passes the ball against the Green Bay Packers in the fourth quarter at FedExField on November 20, 2016 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) (Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Washington Redskins v Philadelphia Eagles PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 26: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins warms up prior to the game against the Philadelphia Eagles on December 26, 2015 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) (Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Tost by Tostitos LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 10: NFL player Kirk Cousin attends Tostitos’ pop-up restaurant, Tost by Tostitos on February 10, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Tostitos) (Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Tostitos)

Divisional Round - Minnesota Vikings v San Francisco 49ers SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 11: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings and Jimmy Garoppolo #10 of the San Francisco 49ers shake hands after the NFC Divisional Round Playoff game at Levi's Stadium on January 11, 2020 in Santa Clara, California. The San Francisco 49ers won 27-10. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) (Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Green Bay Packers v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - DECEMBER 23: Quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings looks on from the sidelines during the game against the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 23, 2019 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images) (Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

ESPN The Party - Arrivals SAN FRANCISCO, CA - FEBRUARY 05: NFL player Kirk Cousins attends ESPN The Party on February 5, 2016 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Mike Windle/Getty Images for ESPN) (Mike Windle/Getty Images for ESPN)

Chicago Bears v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - DECEMBER 20: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings runs with the ball as he is pursued by Bilal Nichols #98 of the Chicago Bears during the first half at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 20, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images) (Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

Washington Redskins v Baltimore Ravens BALTIMORE, MD - OCTOBER 09: Terrell Suggs #55 of the Baltimore Ravens sacks Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins in the second quarter during a football game at M&T Bank Stadium on October 9, 2016 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) (Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)

Green Bay Packers v Washington Redskins LANDOVER, MD - NOVEMBER 20: Quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins drops back to pass against the Green Bay Packers in the second quarter at FedExField on November 20, 2016 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) (Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

12th Annual NFL Honors - Arrivals PHOENIX, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 09: Kirk Cousins (L) of the Minnesota Vikings and Julie Cousins attend the 12th annual NFL Honors at Symphony Hall on February 09, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) (Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Indianapolis Colts v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - DECEMBER 17: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates on the field after defeating the Indianapolis Colts at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 17, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Adam Bettcher/Getty Images) (Adam Bettcher/Getty Images)

Miami Marlins v Washington Nationals - Game Two WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 14: Kirk Cousins of the Washington Redskins talks to fans before the game between the Washington Nationals and the Miami Marlins at Nationals Park on May 14, 2016 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images) (Greg Fiume/Getty Images)

2023 NFL Pro Bowl Games LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 05: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings and NFC looks to throw against the AFC during the 2023 NFL Pro Bowl Games at Allegiant Stadium on February 05, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) (Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Premiere Of Netflix's "Quarterback" HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JULY 11: Kirk Cousins and Julie Hampton attend the Los Angeles Premiere Of Netflix's "Quarterback" at TUDUM Theater on July 11, 2023 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by JC Olivera/Getty Images) (JC Olivera/Getty Images)

Green Bay Packers v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - DECEMBER 31: Injured quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings and his son fire up the crowd prior to the game against the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 31, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images) (Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Philadelphia Eagles PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 14: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings warms up before the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 14, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images) (Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Netflix Premiere Of "Quarterback" LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JULY 11: Kirk Cousins attends the Netflix Premiere of "Quarterback" at Netflix Tudum Theater on July 11, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Randy Shropshire/Getty Images for Netflix) (Randy Shropshire/Getty Images for Netflix)

Division Series - Los Angeles Dodgers v Washington Nationals - Game One WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 7: Quarterback Kirk Cousins of the Washington Redskins yells Play Ball prior to game one of the National League Division Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on October 7, 2016 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Alex Brandon/AP - Pool /Getty Images) (Pool/Getty Images)

2023 NFL Pro Bowl Games LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 05: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings and NFC looks to throw under pressure from Maxx Crosby #98 of the Las Vegas Raiders and AFC during the 2023 NFL Pro Bowl Games at Allegiant Stadium on February 05, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) (Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Super Bowl LVIII - Previews LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 09: K.J. Osborn and Kirk Cousins pose for a photo at Radio Row at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center ahead of Super Bowl LVIII on February 09, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Candice Ward/Getty Images) (Candice Ward/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Chicago Bears CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JANUARY 08: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings walks off the field after the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on January 08, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images) (Quinn Harris/Getty Images)

Tampa Bay Buccaneers v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - SEPTEMBER 10: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings walks off the field after the Vikings lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 20-1 at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 10, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images) (David Berding/Getty Images)

Arizona Cardinals v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - AUGUST 26: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings talks with players after the preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals at U.S. Bank Stadium on August 26, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.(Photo by Adam Bettcher/Getty Images) (Adam Bettcher/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Chicago Bears CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JANUARY 08: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings talks with Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears after the game at Soldier Field on January 08, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Washington Redskins LANDOVER, MD - NOVEMBER 13: Quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins meets with outside linebacker Chad Greenway #52 of the Minnesota Vikings after the Washington Redskins defeated the Minnesota Vikings 26-20 at FedExField on November 13, 2016 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) (Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Chicago Bears CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JANUARY 08: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings walks off the field after the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on January 08, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images) (Quinn Harris/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings Training Camp EAGAN, MINNESOTA - AUGUST 21: Quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings runs a drill during training camp on August 21, 2020 at TCO Performance Center in Eagan, Minnesota. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images) (Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

Green Bay Packers v Washington Redskins LANDOVER, MD - NOVEMBER 20: Quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins walks off of the field after the Washington Redskins defeated the Green Bay Packers 42-24 at FedExField on November 20, 2016 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) (Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

New England Patriots v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - NOVEMBER 24: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings eats a turkey leg on the field after defeating the New England Patriots at U.S. Bank Stadium on November 24, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Adam Bettcher/Getty Images) (Adam Bettcher/Getty Images)

Green Bay Packers v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - DECEMBER 31: Injured quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings is seen on the sideline prior to a game against the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 31, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images) (Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Green Bay Packers GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 29: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings signs autographs prior to a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 29, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) (Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Green Bay Packers GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 29: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings huddles with the offense against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 29, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Super Bowl LVIII - Previews LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 09: Kirk Cousins throws a mini football at Radio Row at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center ahead of Super Bowl LVIII on February 09, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Candice Ward/Getty Images) (Candice Ward/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Chicago Bears CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JANUARY 08: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings looks on prior to the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on January 08, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Super Bowl LVIII - Previews LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 09: Kirk Cousins at Radio Row at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center ahead of Super Bowl LVIII on February 09, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Candice Ward/Getty Images) (Candice Ward/Getty Images)

NFL Pro Bowl ORLANDO, FLORIDA - JANUARY 26: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings throws a touchdown pass in the second half of the 2020 NFL Pro Bowl at Camping World Stadium on January 26, 2020 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images) (Mark Brown/Getty Images)

12th Annual NFL Honors - Arrivals PHOENIX, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 09: Kirk Cousins (L) of the Minnesota Vikings and Julie Cousins attend the 12th annual NFL Honors at Symphony Hall on February 09, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) (Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Arizona Cardinals v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - AUGUST 26: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings looks on after a preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals at U.S. Bank Stadium on August 26, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Cardinals defeated the Vikings 18-17. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images) (David Berding/Getty Images)

adidas Debuts Brand Campaign in Vegas with Star-Studded Roster of Athletes LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 09: Kirk Cousins speaks in a huddle on the field as adidas debuts its brand campaign with a star-studded roster of athletes at Resorts World Las Vegas on February 09, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for adidas) (Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for adidas)

Los Angeles Premiere Of Netflix's "Quarterback" HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JULY 11: Marcus Mariota, Kirk Cousins and Patrick Mahomes attend the Los Angeles Premiere Of Netflix's "Quarterback" at TUDUM Theater on July 11, 2023 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by JC Olivera/Getty Images) (JC Olivera/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Philadelphia Eagles PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 14: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings reacts against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 14, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images) (Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

San Francisco 49ers v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - OCTOBER 23: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings warms up prior to playing the San Francisco 49ers at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 23, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images) (Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Carolina Panthers CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 17: The helmet of Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings reads "End Racism" during the game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on October 17, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Mike Comer/Getty Images) (Mike Comer/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings v Miami Dolphins MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 16: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings signs autographs for fans prior to playing the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on October 16, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images) (Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

San Francisco 49ers v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - OCTOBER 23: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings warms up prior to playing the San Francisco 49ers at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 23, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images) (Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

New Orleans Saints v Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS, MN - OCTOBER 28: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings runs out of the tunnel during pregame introductions before the game against the New Orleans Saints at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 28, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images) (Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

By WSBTV.com News Staff

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons officially have a new quarterback.

Kirk Cousins has officially been signed by the team, the organization announced Wednesday as the new league year began.

Channel 2 sports anchor Alison Mastrangelo was at the Falcons facilities in Flowery Branch as the team announced the deal.

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Cousins’ agent, Mike McCartney, announced Monday on X that Cousins and the Falcons have agreed to a four-year deal.

A NFL league source told Channel 2 sports director Zach Klein that Cousins’ deal with the Falcons is believed to be a guaranteed $45 million in Year 1 and Year 2 and $10 million in Year 3.

The source said it’s believed there are no guarantees in the fourth year.

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Cousins, 35, became a free agent on Monday after he decided not to resign with the Minnesota Vikings.

He brings with him 12 years of NFL experience with the Washington Commanders and the Vikings.

He made the Pro Bowl four times, most recently in 2022.

During that same season, he tied the NFL record for most game-winning drives in a single season, which was previously held by former University of Georgia quarterback Matthew Stafford.

The veteran quarterback has ties to metro Atlanta. His wife, Julie, grew up in the north Fulton area.

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