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Former Denver Broncos and Washington Redskins head coach Mike Shanahan believes that Kirk Cousins is the right quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings.
The Vikings finished 8-7-1 and failed to make the playoffs in Cousins' first season under center, and it's safe to say that he took a fair share of the blame for some of the team's offensive issues throughout the year.
That has led to many people wondering if he is the best fit for the Vikings after signing such a large deal with the franchise, and it's likely a question that will continue into next season.
But you won't find Shanahan questioning Cousins' fit with the team, especially due to the addition of assistant head coach and offensive adviser Gary Kubiak.
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From Sid Hartman of The Star Tribune:
“One thing about a quarterback is, you’re a portion of your team,” he said. “Regardless, I mean, I think the world of Cousins, but I think you have to have an offensive line and your defense has to play like they did the year before. When they don’t, usually all the blame goes to the quarterback.”
Does he think Kubiak and Cousins will get along?
“Both guys are very easy to work with, both are extremely bright, have great work ethics and I think both will work together perfectly,” Shanahan said. “You have the right [quarterback] there. Not everybody can see that, but hopefully when they get him a supporting cast, people will see that.”
Cousins compiled 4,298 yards in his first season in Minnesota while throwing 30 touchdowns and 10 interceptions.
His development is going to be key to the Vikings' success next season, as they'll look to return to the playoffs.
