Kirk Cousins's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Kirk Cousins.

Kirk Cousins is a professional American football quarterback currently playing for the Atlanta Falcons. Drafted by the Washington Redskins in 2012 after playing college football at Michigan State, Cousins has established himself as a consistent and accurate passer in the NFL. He holds a high completion percentage and a strong passer rating, placing him among the league's all-time leaders in these categories.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1960: Tied NFL Record

In 2022, Kirk Cousins' eight game-winning drives tied the NFL record (since 1960) for a single season.

1979: Tommy Kramer's Team Record

In 2022 against the Bears, Cousins completed a one-yard touchdown pass to Jalen Reagor for his 19th consecutive completion, breaking Tommy Kramer's team record of 16 consecutive completions, which he set during the 1979 season.

2010: Big Ten Championship

In 2010, Kirk Cousins led Michigan State to an 11-2 record and a share of the Big Ten Conference Championship.

2011: Big Ten Championship Game

In 2011, Kirk Cousins led the Spartans to an 11-3 record and played in the first-ever Big Ten Football Championship Game and was named second-team All-Big Ten.

December 15, 2012: First NFL Start and Rookie of the Week

On December 15, 2012, Kirk Cousins made his first NFL start against the Cleveland Browns, leading the Redskins to a 38-21 win. He was subsequently voted Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week.

2015: Became Redskins Starter

In 2015, Kirk Cousins replaced an injured Robert Griffin III as the starting quarterback for the Washington Redskins, leading the team to a division title.

January 3, 2016: Redskins Single-Season Passing Record

On January 3, 2016, Kirk Cousins set the Redskins single-season passing yardage record with 4,166 yards.

2016: Career-High Passing Yards

In 2016, Kirk Cousins led the team to a winning record of 8-7-1 and finished the season with a career-high 4,917 passing yards.

2016: Tied NFL Record

In 2022, Kirk Cousins' eight game-winning drives tied the NFL record (since 1960) for a single season with Matthew Stafford's 2016 season.

2017: Named to Pro Bowl

Due to his performance in the season, Kirk Cousins was named to his first Pro Bowl in 2017, replacing Matt Ryan.

2017: Week 3 Victory over Raiders

In Week 3 of 2017, Kirk Cousins led the Redskins to a 27-10 victory over the Oakland Raiders, earning him his fourth NFC Offensive Player of the Week award.

2019: Named to Second Pro Bowl

In 2019, Kirk Cousins was named to his second career Pro Bowl.

2022: Career High Passing Yards

In a week 15 game against the Colts in 2022, Kirk Cousins completed 34 of 54 passes for a career-high 460 passing yards and was named NFC Offensive Player of the Week.