{"id":158527,"date":"2025-06-25T23:12:11","date_gmt":"2025-06-25T23:12:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/158527\/"},"modified":"2025-06-25T23:12:11","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T23:12:11","slug":"ill-do-anything-that-isnt-football-atlanta-falcons-star-kirk-cousins-follows-fearless-mental-health-routine-during-nfl-season-nfl-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/158527\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cI\u2019ll do anything that isn\u2019t football\u201d: Atlanta Falcons star Kirk Cousins follows fearless mental health routine during NFL season | NFL News"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\u201cI\u2019ll\u201cI\u2019ll do anything that isn\u2019t football\u201d: Atlanta Falcons star Kirk Cousins follows fearless mental health routine during NFL season (Image via Getty) A surprising thing came out of the Atlanta Falcons\u2019 camp this week. While most NFL players spend every day getting ready for games, Kirk Cousins does something different. On Tuesdays, during the football season, he completely steps away from the game. No film, no meetings, and no playbook. Just rest. His reason isn\u2019t what many expected. It\u2019s not about skipping work or being lazy. In fact, it\u2019s part of a serious routine he\u2019s followed for years\u2014one that might change how people think about recovery in pro sports.<\/p>\n

Kirk Cousins follows a weekly break from football every tuesday<\/p>\n

On June 24, 2025, during a press talk, Kirk Cousins confirmed he takes every Tuesday off during the season. He said, \u201cI\u2019ll do anything that isn\u2019t football.\u201d This may be hanging out with family, doing a few errands, or just lounging. He said that at least eight years ago, he made the decision to take one full day off a week. It has since become a significant part of his career.Kirk Cousins is currently the starting quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons. His team works hard every week in practice,but for Kirk Cousins, one full day off helps his body and mind refresh.His message was simple\u2014rest matters. He believes this pause helps him perform better in practice and games.<\/p>\n

Kirk Cousins shares how his tuesday breaks help his game and health<\/p>\n

Kirk Cousins said the routine helps him recover not just physically but mentally too. He explained that football takes a lot of focus, and without rest, it can wear players down. His Tuesday breaks are meant to clear his head. He also mentioned doing regular things like reading books, walking with his wife, and visiting local places.This part of his life became more public when it was shown in the Netflix series \u201cQuarterback.\u201d In one scene, Kirk Cousins was seen enjoying a quiet day out, far from the football field. Many fans found it unusual\u2014but also refreshing.Even though this practice is rare among NFL quarterbacks, Kirk Cousins says it works for him. And looking at his long and successful career, it just might be the break more players need.<\/p>\n

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