Vikings Acquire Kirk Cousins From Raiders for 2027 Third-Round Pick
Cousins returns to Minnesota to help a sputtering offense, and the Vikings gave up only a 2027 third-round pick, sources said.
- On Tuesday, November 10, 2026, the Minnesota Vikings acquired quarterback Kirk Cousins from the Las Vegas Raiders, sending a 2027 third-round pick to reunite the veteran with head coach Kevin O'Connell.
- Following quarterback Carson Wentz's dismal performance in Monday's 23-6 loss to the Buffalo Bills, the Vikings sought stability after an injury to quarterback Kyler Murray prompted the deal.
- Minnesota assumes Cousins' remaining 2026 salary and a $10 million guaranteed roster bonus due next March, while the Raiders shift focus to rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza as their new starter.
- As Cousins begins re-learning the offensive system, O'Connell stated it is "too early to commit wholeheartedly" to a Week 10 starter, though the coach expressed excitement about accelerating the quarterback's transition.
- Leveraging Cousins' familiarity with the offense, the 6-2 Vikings aim to spark a deep playoff run starting with Sunday's critical matchup against the Green Bay Packers, bolstered by a top-tier defense.
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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
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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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