Chiefs' Mahomes leads reigning champs into Atlanta to face Cousins and rejuvenated Falcons

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins is stopped by Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham (55) during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Patrick Mahomes has guided the Kansas City Chiefs to two straight Super Bowl titles and two consecutive last-play wins to open this season.

There’s no shortage of swagger in his game.

Now, he’s matched against Kirk Cousins, a quarterback who’s suddenly feeling a lot more confident about where things stand with the Atlanta Falcons.