🏈The Falcons' decision not to draft a quarterback indicates a lack of commitment to winning the Super Bowl.
💰Signing Kirk Cousins to a $180 million deal shows their focus on avoiding being awful.
🎯Drafting Michael Pennick instead of a defensive player highlights their belief in his potential.
🔄The Falcons' plan may be to have Cousins start for a few years before transitioning to Pennick.
⛔The lack of savings from a rookie quarterback's contract hampers their ability to build a stronger team.
Why didn't the Falcons draft a quarterback?
—The Falcons decided to sign Kirk Cousins instead, indicating a shift in their strategy.
What is the potential for a quarterback controversy?
—If Cousins doesn't perform well, there may be calls for Michael Pennick to start.
What led to the Falcons' decision to sign Cousins?
—The Falcons value avoiding being awful more than prioritizing a chance at greatness.
Will Pennick get playing time soon?
—The Falcons' plan may be to have Cousins start for a few years before transitioning to Pennick.
How does Cousins' contract impact the team?
—The lack of savings from a rookie quarterback's contract hampers their ability to strengthen the team.
00:00The Atlanta Falcons shocked fans by not drafting a quarterback.
01:59Kirk Cousins is their current starting quarterback.
08:26There's potential for a quarterback controversy if Cousins doesn't perform well.
10:56The lack of savings from a rookie quarterback's contract limits their ability to strengthen the team.
