Rob Parker and Ephraim Salaam react to the Atlanta Falcons benching Kirk Cousins for rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. They debate whether the move was smart or if the Falcons waited too long. Rob, frustrated, feels the timing doesn’t make sense, especially since the falcons are in playoff contention and Cousins had just won a game after a rough stretch. Ephraim argues that while the Falcons are still in playoff contention, teams often identify games where young players have a better chance to succeed, like the upcoming home game against the Giants! Tune in below to hear the full debate!
