The Atlanta Falcons were fined $250,000 and lost a 2025 fifth-round pick for violating anti-tampering rules when attempting to sign Kirk Cousins.

The NFL has penalized the Atlanta Falcons for violating anti-tampering rules before signing quarterback Kirk Cousins. As a result, the team has lost a fifth-round pick in the 2025 draft and been fined $250,000, with general manager Terry Fontenot also fined $50,000. The Falcons' violations involved improper contact with prospective unrestricted free agents Kirk Cousins, Darnell Mooney, and Charlie Woerner during the negotiating period before the 2024 league year.