Kirk Cousins Traded Back to Vikings

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1. 10 Nov

   Cousins played two seasons under O’Connell in Minnesota, and made the Pro Bowl in 2022, throwing for 4,547 yards with 29 touchdowns and 14 interceptions.

   4 outlets · The Guardian

Coverage 10 articles

• 11 Nov Kirk Cousins passes torch to Fernando Mendoza with one final messageKirk Cousins has been traded from the Las Vegas Raiders to the Minnesota Vikings, marking the end of his tenure with the team. In response, quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who was drafted as a developmental prospect, is set to start for the Raiders moving forward. Both players expressed gratitude towards each other on social media; Mendoza thanked Cousins for his mentorship while Cousins wished him success in future…New York Post
• 11 Nov Vikings’ Super Bowl odds barely budge after Kirk Cousins tradeThe Vikings traded for quarterback Kirk Cousins to stabilize their team after a poor performance against the Buffalo Bills. Despite this significant move, Minnesota’s Super Bowl odds at DraftKings Sportsbook changed minimally from 24/1 to 22/1. For Sunday's game against the Packers, the Vikings moved slightly on the spread, becoming 3.5-point underdogs instead of 4.5-point underdogs. The article suggests that while…New York Post
• 10 Nov NFL trade deadline winners and losers, including Dianna Russini and Kirk CousinsThe article evaluates the winners and losers of the 2026 NFL trade deadline. It highlights the Minnesota Vikings as a winner by acquiring Kirk Cousins, who has performed well despite his age, improving their chances in the competitive NFC North. The Los Angeles Chargers are listed as losers for failing to capitalize on veterans like Khalil Mack and Donte Jackson before their contracts expired. Additionally, Tom…Fox News
• 10 Nov Kirk Cousins is back in Minnesota, and the Vikings' NFC odds are still too longMinnesota has re-signed quarterback Kirk Cousins to address their offensive issues, sending a 2027 third-round pick to Las Vegas in the process. Despite having the league’s best scoring defense, the Vikings struggled offensively and saw their Super Bowl odds improve from +3000 to around +2200 to +2500 after acquiring Cousins. However, they remain seventh on the NFC board, trailing division rivals such as the Green…Fox News
• 10 Nov Kirk Cousins’ first move after Raiders-Vikings trade speaks volumesKirk Cousins was traded from the Las Vegas Raiders to the Minnesota Vikings shortly before the NFL trade deadline. This marks the end of Cousins' nine-game stint with the Raiders and a return to the Vikings, where he played for six seasons until last year. In his first Instagram post following the trade, Cousins shared an old clip with star receiver Justin Jefferson, signaling excitement about reuniting with him…New York Post
• 10 Nov The Vikings may have acquired the only missing piece for their Super Bowl runThe Minnesota Vikings have re-signed quarterback Kirk Cousins from the Las Vegas Raiders, hoping to boost their struggling offense as they aim for a Super Bowl run. The Vikings are currently 6-2 with a strong defense but an underperforming offense that ranks second-to-last in expected points added per play and is tied for second-fewest touchdowns this season. Minnesota’s previous attempts to improve the quarterback…NBC News
• 10 Nov The ironic twist behind Kirk Cousins Raiders-Vikings trade beyond the obviousKirk Cousins was traded from the Las Vegas Raiders back to the Minnesota Vikings in exchange for a third-round pick on Tuesday. This trade sets up an ironic situation as Cousins will face the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field this Sunday, mirroring his last game with the Vikings where he injured his Achilles against the same team. During his previous tenure from 2018 to 2023, Cousins had a record of 50-37-1…New York Post
• 10 Nov Vikings pay huge Kirk Cousins price to fix QB debacle after dealing J.J. McCarthy awayThe Minnesota Vikings traded a third-round draft pick to the Las Vegas Raiders for quarterback Kirk Cousins on Tuesday, addressing a struggling quarterback situation that worsened after Carson Wentz's poor performance against the Buffalo Bills. The trade comes weeks after the Vikings dealt rookie J.J. McCarthy, drafted tenth overall in 2024, to the New York Giants for minimal compensation. This move highlights the…New York Post
• 10 Nov Vikings get QB Kirk Cousins from Raiders for 3rd-rounder to lift struggling offense, AP sources sayThe Minnesota Vikings have traded with the Las Vegas Raiders to acquire quarterback Kirk Cousins in exchange for their 2027 third-round draft pick. This move aims to bolster the Vikings' struggling offense, as they face the Packers at Lambeau Field on Sunday. Cousins previously played well for the Vikings in 2022 but was sidelined this year due to an injury. The trade comes as the Vikings' current quarterback…Toronto Star
• 10 Nov Kirk Cousins returns to Vikings as Raiders hand starting job to Fernando MendozaThe Vikings have reacquired veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins from the Las Vegas Raiders for a third-round draft pick in 2027. This move comes after recent struggles by current starter Kyler Murray, who is injured, and his replacement Carson Wentz, who had a poor performance against the Buffalo Bills. Minnesota hopes that bringing back Cousins, who previously played two seasons under head coach Kevin O’Connell with…The Guardian

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