Welcome Back: The Atlanta Falcons must reduce the cost of the former star quarterback’s sizable bonus before Kirk Cousins can rejoin the Minnesota Vikings. After… See Also……
Welcome Back: The Atlanta Falcons must reduce the cost of the former star quarterback’s sizable bonus before Kirk Cousins can rejoin the Minnesota Vikings. After… See Also……
Welcome Back: The Atlanta Falcons Must Reduce the Cost of the Former Star Quarterback’s Sizable Bonus Before Kirk Cousins Can Rejoin the Minnesota Vikings
In an offseason twist that has fans buzzing across the NFL, the Atlanta Falcons find themselves at a financial crossroads that could significantly impact not just their future, but also that of the Minnesota Vikings. The focus? A large bonus still owed to a former star quarterback whose financial shadow continues to loom large over Atlanta’s salary cap. Until the Falcons resolve this monetary obligation, the door remains closed for veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins to return to Minnesota.
Cousins, who signed with the Falcons earlier this offseason in a high-profile deal, was expected to bring stability and leadership to Atlanta’s offense. But now, murmurs from league sources suggest that a potential return to the Vikings could be in the works—if, and only if, Atlanta can restructure or shed the lingering bonus tied to a past QB cornerstone, speculated by many to be Matt Ryan.
The Falcons are reportedly exploring options to mitigate the cap hit, including restructuring payouts or reaching an injury settlement if applicable. The issue is complex, as releasing or reworking such contracts requires cooperation from the player and precise timing to ensure the team remains compliant with NFL financial regulations.
Meanwhile, in Minnesota, the Vikings have kept the door ajar for Cousins. Despite signing a rookie quarterback and making incremental changes to their offense, insiders say the coaching staff still values Cousins’ experience and leadership. A reunion, once thought impossible, now teeters on the edge of feasibility—pending Atlanta’s financial moves.
Should the Falcons succeed in clearing the necessary cap space, a Cousins return to Minnesota could reshape the NFC North and spark a whole new chapter in one of the league’s most intriguing quarterback storylines.
See Also:
- Kirk Cousins’ Best Seasons: A Look Back at His Time in Minnesota
- Matt Ryan’s Legacy in Atlanta: Worth the Cost?
- NFL Salary Cap Rules Explained: Why Restructures Matter More Than Ever
Want me to expand on any part of this—like Matt Ryan’s contract details or the Vikings’ current QB room?
