The Falcoholic on Cooper Rush

ArticleFalcons vs Steelers Week 1 postgame show: QB play tanks a winnable gameSeptember 13, 2026

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questioning Kevin Stefanski's decision to play a clearly-injured Rush over Jack Strand

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Injured backup Rush's poor Week 1 performance raises questions about starting decision.

The source questions Kevin Stefanski's decision to play a clearly-injured Cooper Rush over Jack Strand at quarterback in Week 1 against Pittsburgh; Rush delivered a horrible performance in the loss, highlighting the risk of deploying an injured backup when a healthier alternative was available.

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Rush started Week 1; not a streaming option with QBs ahead sidelined.

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Rush started Week 1; not a streaming option while Penix/Tua sidelined.

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Rush unable to get playmakers involved; faced immediate pressure on multiple snaps.

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Rush throws pick-six to Watt in Falcons' Week 1 loss to Steelers.

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Rush's poor Week 1 (4 targets to London, underthrown Pitts) limits offensive upside.

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