Kirk Cousins spotted in Athens... Will 'Kirktober' appearance lead to Georgia returning the favor in Atlanta?
It’s October in Athens, which means one thing for Georgia fans: football season is in full swing. But this year, October isn’t just any month—it’s “Kirktober,” and it just got a whole lot weirder.
Reports flooded social media when Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins was spotted roaming around the Classic City earlier this week. Yes, you read that right. Cousins was right here in Athens, and if you’re wondering whether this could be the missing piece to another Georgia championship run, you’re not alone.
Now, why would Cousins, a Michigan State Spartan, find himself amidst a sea of red and black during the most sacred month of the year for Georgia fans? He bumped into Georgia tight end Pearce Spurlin and we’ll have to wait to find out why.
For those not keeping track, Cousins is known for his solid, if not sometimes above average, play in the NFL, as well as his tendency to show up in big moments—or not. But in October, otherwise known as Kirktober, Cousins tends to put on a clinic. It’s the month where his performance goes from “who’s this guy?” to “you like that!” Perhaps it’s only fitting that during the Dawgs’ stretch of SEC, Cousins’ magic is rubbing off on Athens.
Cousins has the Falcons atop the NFC South with a 3-2 record after signing a massive contract this offseason to join the team.
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Imagine the possibilities. A little Kirk Cousins karma combined with Carson Beck and that stout Georgia defense? Might as well start engraving the trophy now. Let’s not overlook the symbolism here—Kirktober. Kirk Cousins. Kirby Smart. The stars are aligning, folks.
Could this low-key visit be the football gods’ way of ensuring that the Dawgs cruise through the rest of their SEC schedule? Fans sure hope so.
So, will Cousins’ surprise Athens appearance during Kirktober propel the Dawgs to their third national championship in four years? Will the Bulldogs repay the visit and get to the SEC Championship? Only time will tell. But if the stars are aligned and Kirk’s October magic has anything to say about it, we might be in for one heck of a ride.
Kirktober, you like that?
