The NFL’s investigation of the Atlanta Falcons’ possible violation of tampering policies before signing quarterback Kirk Cousins won’t conclude before this week’s NFL draft. For Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot, that means the team won’t lose any draft picks this year. The Falcons have the No.
FILE - Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024. The NFL ’s investigation of the Atlanta Falcons ’ possible violation of tampering policies before signing quarterback Kirk Cousins won’t conclude before this week’s NFL draft. For Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot, that means the team won’t lose any draft pick this year as he looks to build around Cousins.
“I really appreciate them. We’ve obviously cooperated and provided them all the information. Again, not really any update from our end. We’ll just continue to cooperate and control what you can control as we get ready for this draft. We’re excited moving forward.”to a four-year, $180 million contract with $100 million guaranteed, Atlanta had been considered a top candidate to pursue a quarterback in the first round.
When asked Tuesday if he believed the team had followed the rules in the negotiations with Cousins, Fontenot said “Again, it’s not something we can talk about as long as it’s under review. … We’ve been cooperative with the league and the way they’ve communicated with us. We appreciate the process they’ve gone through.”
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