While the Atlanta Falcons signed quarterback Kirk Cousins in free agency to steer the team to new heights this season, the future of the franchise is standing on the sidelines holding a clipboard. Several weeks after signing Cousins to a four-year deal worth $180 million,

Despite three straight losses, coach Raheem Morris backed his QB, but the traits that made Cousins so successful have been fleeting.

The Falcons are rocking with Cousins for now, but it doesn't mean they haven't thought about switching to Michael Penix.