The Atlanta Falcons have officially handed the keys over to rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. in week 16. After a strong debut by the rookie, Kirk Cousins' time in Atlanta is likely coming to an end. So, where does the veteran go from here after his short tenure?

After being benched earlier this week, Kirk Cousins' stint with the Atlanta Falcons will barely last 12 months. Per ESPN's Adam Schefter, Cousins and

Kirk Cousins is mulling retirement after the Falcons benched him and plans on cutting him from the roster this offseason.

Cousins' top suitor is Cleveland, the long-recognized mecca center for all misfit quarterbacks. The Deshaun Watson experiment has been nothing short of a disaster. He has two years remaining on his five-year deal worth $230 million.

Linebacker JD Bertrand, a fifth-round pick, has played 131 snaps. Defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro, a second-round pick, has played 104. Defensive tackle Brandon Dorlus, a fourth-round pick, has played 19 and was inactive for the 12th time on Sunday.

NFL insider Mike Florio believes that Kirk Cousins' contract with the Falcons is very tradable. Could he be on the move this offseason?

An NFL insider recently explained why trading Kirk Cousins will be very difficult for the Atlanta Falcons. And his future

With rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. flashing promise, don't count on the Atlanta Falcons keeping Kirk Cousins for much longer.

Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins was a positive mentor for rookie Michael Penix Jr. on Sunday, which may have made him more money down the road.