The Atlanta Falcons made the most stunning move of last year’s NFL draft when they used the No. 8 choice on a quarterback, Michael Penix Jr., in the month after they had signed Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract in free agency. Now they may have to decide whether to trade Cousins in conjunction with this draft.

Kirk Cousins doesn't have a future as a starting quarterback with the Atlanta Falcons, but the soon-to-be 37-year-old quarterback is looking for a place to continue his NFL career. The NFL Draft is pivotal for Cousins to find his next home,

The Pittsburgh Steelers, Cleveland Browns and — yes — the Vikings could all look to trade for Cousins during the 2025 NFL Draft, according to Dianna Russini of The Athletic. Yahoo Sports' Charles Robinson mentioned the Browns and Steelers as potential landing spots for Cousins in March.