The Falcons are 3-2 now and sit at the top of the NFC South. Every single game Atlanta has played has been decided by one score or less. Atlanta has had three clutch 4th quarter drives in the last four games that have either tied or won the game.

The Falcons have seen Matt Ryan light up the Georgia Dome and Mercedes-Benz Stadium throughout his long NFL career. Time after time, Ryan through for 400 yards or more in wins and losses. However, those totals have now been bested by Kirk Cousins on a night meant to honor Matt Ryan.

So far, Kirk Cousins is worth every penny, nickel, dime and quarter inside of his four-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons for $180 million. Here's why.