Vikings Acquire Kirk Cousins From Raiders for 2027 Third-Round Pick
The move gives Minnesota a familiar quarterback as it tries to stabilize an offense that has struggled behind injuries and poor production.
- On Tuesday, the Minnesota Vikings acquired 38-year-old quarterback Kirk Cousins from the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for a 2027 third-round draft pick. The deal reunites Cousins with the team he represented for six seasons.
- Minnesota's offense has struggled with consistency during its 6-2 start, with Carson Wentz managing just 81 yards in a November 9 loss to the Buffalo Bills. The trade addresses quarterback instability threatening the Vikings' playoff push.
- Julie Cousins shared via Instagram that 'Another adventure awaits' as the family prepares to relocate to the Twin Cities. Kirk Cousins expressed gratitude to the Raiders organization while saying he is 'thrilled to have the chance to come back' to Minnesota.
- The acquisition aims to revitalize the passing attack for wide receiver Justin Jefferson, who averaged seven touchdowns yearly with Cousins from 2020 to 2023. Playmakers like Jauan Jennings may finally contribute in a competent offensive system.
- Cousins could make his debut against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, November 15, at Lambeau Field—the same venue where he suffered a torn Achilles injury on October 29, 2023. The symbolic return adds narrative weight to an already significant reunion.
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Cousins rejoins the Vikings, where familiarity and comfort will help h
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Kirk Cousins has rejoined the Minnesota Vikings after not quite three years away, relishing his familiarity with the Twin Cities area, the people in the organization and, of course, coach Kevin O’Connell’s offense.
Cousins rejoins the Vikings, where familiarity and comfort will help him prepare to play the Packers
Kirk Cousins has rejoined the Minnesota Vikings after not quite three years away, with the familiarity and comfort providing a welcomed boost for his preparation this week to play the Green Bay Packers
Two Hard-Up Vikings Fans "Celebrate" The Return Of Kirk Cousins
Three years ago, after a long but loveless marriage, the Minnesota Vikings let QB Kirk Cousins walk out the door. They felt free. Unburdened. Hopeful, even. No longer would they have to spend night after night asking themselves, “Where is this relationship going?” They could finally find someone new. They could believe in love again, and maybe even have a bit of fun getting back out there on the scene. That scene, much to the Vikings’ chagrin, t…
Kirk Cousins’ Wife Julie Reacts to Trade Back to the Minnesota Vikings, Reveals How They Spent Final Hour
Kirk Cousins’ wife, Julie, reacted to her husband’s trade back to the Vikings less than three years after their family packed up and left Minnesota. “Another adventure awaits…,” Julie, 37, shared via her Instagram Story on Tuesday, November 11. The Vikings acquired Kirk, 38, from the Las Vegas Raiders on Tuesday in exchange for a […]
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