Even Cousins’ post-match assessment was well-known: “Definitely disappointed,” he said. “You always go there expecting to play at a high level, and today we didn’t play at our level.”

He looked like a 36-year-old QB who hasn’t played in nearly a year due to a serious injury, which means the Falcons can hope he’s knocking off some rust, but also fear his career is going downhill.

Cousins ​​will surpass Darnold this season, possibly as early as next week, and the comparisons between the two will fade as the season progresses (at least until Dec. 8, when the Vikings host the Falcons).

The Vikings must be content for now with the decisions they made after a disappointing playoff loss.

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