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NFC Notes: Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix Jr., Bryce Young, Falcons, Panthers

Falcons GM Terry Fontenot dismissed criticisms of the decision to take QB Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 pick after signing QB Kirk Cousins to a massive deal.  “It’s unconventional because no one expected it, right?” Fontenot said via Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer.

NFL Week 9: Picks and preview

Can Seattle keep it going? Will there be any further separation in the middle of the pack? And will things get even worse for struggling traditional powers like Green Bay? Let’s get to the games.

Which NFL teams were the biggest all-time letdowns?

Many teams have justified offseason hype, but summer buzz can lead to bitter disappointment. Other squads have failed to either live up to expectations or keep up with their previous pace, leading to missed opportunities and/or sweeping changes.

Ranking the next five-year windows for each NFL team

Every NFL team tries to build a dynasty and win Super Bowls, but only a select few in NFL history have found such consistency. Over the next five years, these are the teams that have the best chance at ultimate success.

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