Taylor Heinicke agreed to a massive pay cut with the Atlanta Falcons, making just $1.21 million next season, a significant drop from his original $14 million deal. The Falcons also removed a $40,000 per game bonus. Heinicke's experience as a quarterback impressed new coach Raheem Morris, who sees him as an elite backup in the league.
Heinicke's NFL career was revived with Washington in 2020 playoffs, and he later became the starter for the team. Now back in his hometown of Atlanta, Heinicke is ready to continue proving himself in the league.