The Atlanta Falcons insist they're not planning on benching starting quarterback Kirk Cousins, but rookie Michael Penix Jr. seems ready to go if they change their mind.

Atlanta Falcons fans are used to feeling like they can't catch a break, but Kirk Cousins' play is probably giving them a distinct sinking feeling. Cousins was

The Atlanta Falcons are sticking with Kirk Cousins as their starting quarterback amid a three-game losing streak that has seen the 36-year-old toss six interceptions with no touchdowns. Cousins tossed four INTs in Sunday's 17-13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers,

Bijan Robinson and the Atlanta Falcons meet the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.From an offensive angle, the Falcons are generating 361.5 total yards per game

This offense is paced by Kirk Cousins, tied for the most comebacks, and Bijan Robinson, fifth in scrimmage yards. It will have its work cut out for it against the Chargers. Even with the recent downturn, Los Angeles is still the stingiest scoring defense in the NFL. Opponents are eighth-worst on third down and fourth-worst in red zone conversions.

Chargers vs. Falcons recent matchups. In their last five head-to-head contests, Atlanta has taken down Los Angeles three times. In their last five head-to-head matchups, Atlanta h