FOX Sports’ Joel Klatt believes Michael Penix Jr. should be the one upset that the Falcons took him eighth overall rather than Kirk Cousins.
Appearing on “The Rich Eisen Show” Friday, the NFL Draft analyst argued that Penix is already up against it going to Atlanta and that he should be “more furious” than the veteran QB ahead of him.
If I was Michael Penix, I would be more furious than even Kirk Cousins. I waited all that time. I had all those injuries. I got myself to Washington and had these two amazing years. I’m an older guy. What’s more valuable in the NFL? Being drafted in the top 10 or getting a second contract? Getting a second contract. How does Michael Penix get on the field to prove himself ready for a second contract? Now, when’s his second contract going to be? I just don’t understand.
Klatt went on to say that even if the Falcons decide to turn the franchise over to Penix early, the team will be strapped for cash because of the guaranteed money Cousins would still be owed.
If I was Michael Penix, I don’t know how quickly I would sign. I don’t know how quickly he would force the issue, but I want to play… I’m so thankful I’m in the top 10, but what in the world?
Klatt wasn’t the only one confused when the Falcons took Penix with their No. 8 pick. Now they’ve seemingly got a mess on their hands before the rookie even takes a snap in the NFL.