Kirk Cousins admitted for the first time today on Good Morning Football that he took a hit during the #Falcons Week 10 game against the Saints and hurt his right shoulder and elbow. That game was the

Shift explains why Atlanta Falcons’ quarterback Kirk Cousins’ revealing injuries are what led to his massive decline in play is actually beneficial for the Falcons and General Manager Terry Fontenot.

The Pro Bowl quarterback faces the prospect of being released by the Falcons shortly, something he addressed along with his health situation.