The quarterback scene for the Falcons next season is undergoing a notable shift, with Kirk Cousins emerging as the front-runner to command the offense, surpassing the long-standing rumors surrounding Justin Fields.
Cousins, set to enter free agency this month, holds significant favorability with odds of -225 at DraftKings to take the helm as the Falcons’ starting quarterback for Week 1.
This change in odds follows a report by Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio, indicating that Cousins is contemplating a relocation to Atlanta, where his in-laws reside.
Just a few weeks ago, the betting landscape leaned towards a potential reunion between Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings, with Minnesota favored at -200 to retain the veteran quarterback in late February. However, recent murmurs surrounding the Falcons have tilted the scales, leaving the Vikings at +150 for Cousins’ retention.
Despite the speculation surrounding Atlanta, the Vikings have expressed their willingness to welcome back the 35-year-old quarterback for the upcoming season.
Cousins’ odds adjustment mirrors that of Fields, who previously held favor at -130 to join the Falcons after making notable social media changes, but now faces a more uncertain future.
While other teams may enter the fray, it seems to be primarily a battle between the Falcons and Vikings for the services of the four-time Pro Bowler.
With the Steelers and Raiders also in the mix with odds of 10/1, it’s evident that Cousins enters free agency in a unique position following his season-ending injury last year, which could mark the end of his tenure in Minnesota.
Despite the setback, Cousins demonstrated his prowess when healthy last season, earning consideration in early NFL MVP discussions with impressive stats.
