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Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry fantasy football takes on Kirk Cousins
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All Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry insights about Kirk Cousins
NegativeRoleOct 23, 2026
Kirk Cousins' job security is in question. The Falcons have lost three straight games and are 3-3. If they lose to the Rams, they'll be 3-4, and the leash on Cousins is getting tighter. There is speculation that backup Marcus Mariota could be inserted into the lineup soon, which would impact the passing game volume for receivers like Ashton Gentry.PositiveProjectionOct 19, 2026
Matthew Berry had Kirk Cousins over on passing yards as one of his best bets of the weekend, which cashed.NegativeRoleOct 16, 2026
Matthew Berry suggests Kirk Cousins should not expect to be the starter all year with the Raiders, even if he plays well, because if the Raiders start losing, they will want to get a look at Fernando Mendoza.PositiveMatchupOct 15, 2026
Matthew Berry likes Kirk Cousins as a streamer in deeper leagues against Buffalo. The Bills rank 31st in pass defense, allowing over 22 fantasy points per game to opposing QBs. Buffalo hasn't been able to run the ball well, so the Bills will be forced to score, creating a favorable environment for Cousins.PositiveProjectionOct 14, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks Kirk Cousins as QB 14 this week against the Bills, who are 31st in pass defense and bottom five in touchdown passes allowed. The Bills are playing on a short week after Monday night's marathon game, and the Raiders are 5.5-point underdogs, suggesting Cousins will be throwing frequently. Berry expects Cousins to be successful in this matchup.PositiveBreakoutOct 13, 2026
Matthew Berry highlights Cousins' impressive run as one of the best of his entire career: he's at the top of almost all quarterback statistics despite an inefficient running game, no true number-one receiver (only Brock Bowers as a de facto WR1), and limited play-action opportunities. He's one of the best quarterbacks against pressure despite his immobility, crediting his health recovery from his Achilles injury and his experience in understanding offensive line coordination with center Lindenbaum.PositiveProjectionOct 13, 2026
Over the past four weeks, Kirk Cousins is averaging 19.7 fantasy points per game and 277 passing yards per game. Matthew Berry calls him a viable streamer this week against Buffalo, who rank worst in pass defense and fourth-worst in passing touchdowns allowed; the 53.5 over-under suggests high scoring potential.NegativeProjectionOct 13, 2026
Kirk Cousins had a wonky week last week; Matthew Berry expresses interest in seeing if his numbers bounce back this week, suggesting some uncertainty about his recent performance.PositiveProjectionOct 6, 2026
Three straight games with 20+ fantasy points; top-10 fantasy quarterback so far this season; Matthew Berry believes people are overweighting the Achilles injury narrative from last year; Raiders are 3-1 and he's playing well; doing this without a true number-one receiver (Brock Bowers helps but not greatest weapons); good running game helps; Cousins appears 100% healthy now, getting outside pocket which he never did before; tough matchup on road at New England this week but more interesting than not in deeper leagues.NegativeRoleAug 14, 2026
Matthew Berry and Peter Overzet confirm Kirk Cousins is the expected Week 1 starter, though Overzet suggests the team may turn to Fernando Mendoza as early as Week 2 or 3 if Cousins struggles, similar to the team's quick pivot to Michael Penix last year.