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Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins knows he’ll never be able to play like Lamar Jackson, but that doesn’t mean he’ll stop improving himself. While he can’t be as deadly as Jackson as a dual-threat QB, he understands it will benefit him to improve his mobility and let his defenders keep guessing of his next move […]

It has been a rough two years for Minnesota Vikings fans. After watching Kirk Cousins take Minnesota to the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs in 2019, it seemed like the sky was the limit. Unfortunately, the following two-seasons were nothing short of disappointment, finishing under .500 in both ’20 and ’21. Through Za’Darius Smith […]

It’s no secret that now-ex-Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer didn’t exactly see eye-to-eye with star quarterback Kirk Cousins. Who could forget about their infamous sideline incident back in October when the pair got involved in a bit of a shoving match after the Vikings’ victory over the Detroit Lions? Both Cousins and Zimmer were […]

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins has been one of the most reliable signal-callers in the NFL for over half a decade now. But he is yet to achieve the postseason success that many of the NFL’s top quarterbacks have. Kirk Cousins has made just four playoff appearances in his career. He has started three of […]

The Minnesota Vikings have undergone changes from top to bottom during the 2022 NFL offseason. After going 8-9 last season and missing the playoffs, the Vikings decided it was time to switch things up. The front office, coaching staff, and roster have all seen radical changes in hopes that they will produce a postseason appearence […]

The Minnesota Vikings ushered in a new era when they brought in a new head coach, Kevin O’Connell, and a new general manager, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah. However, some familiar faces, such as quarterback Kirk Cousins, remain with the team. This means a new offense for the Vikings under O’Connell, which is a familiar change for Cousins, […]

The Minnesota Vikings entered the 2022 NFL offseason with some uncertainty at the quarterback position. Given Kirk Cousins’ massive cap hit, many speculated about a possible trade of the veteran quarterback. However, Cousins and the Vikings agreed upon a one-year, $35 million extension, with the signal-caller noting that he wanted to be in Minnesota but […]

When the 2021 offseason started, Aaron Rodgers’ future with the Green Bay Packers was in doubt. There were talks he and the team could be heading to splitsville, while some thought he was considering retirement. In the end, he decided to return to the Packers with a massive pay raise of at least $50 million […]

It’s that point in the offseason where teams are solidifying their quarterbacks, and the Minnesota Vikings are doing just that. After the Vikings’ huge deal with Kirk Cousins, the team re-signed quarterback Sean Mannion to be his backup for another year. NFL reporter Tom Pelissero tweeted the news Tuesday morning. The #Vikings are re-signing backup […]

The Minnesota Vikings handed another contract extension to quarterback Kirk Cousins, which has left fans with mixed feelings. Of course, there’s a number of Vikings fans who don’t feel Cousins has what it takes to lead the team to a Super Bowl, while others are convinced he can guide the team to glory. Cousins has […]

Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings reached an agreement on Sunday that will keep the veteran QB in Minnesota for another year for $35 million. Cousins’ name has been thrown in trade rumors as of late, so the extension came as a shock to a lot of people. For the 33-year-old, however, he now wants […]

Despite a myriad of trade interest and rumors for Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins, the team announced on Sunday that they will be signing the veteran signal-caller to a one-year extension, which will keep him in Minneapolis through the 2023 season. One more QB deal: Kirk Cousins and the Vikings have reached agreement on a […]

The Minnesota Vikings organization has been talking like they want quarterback Kirk Cousins back for the 2022 season. Cousins is entering the final year of his contract- which expires after the 2022 season- and could be looking for some long-term security from the franchise. However, recent buzz around the Vikings suggests that Cousins isn’t so […]

With the breaking news of Aaron Rodgers returning to the Green Bay Packers for a currently-unknown length of time, the Minnesota Vikings fall back into looking up at the (expected) divisional leader instead of being a favorite to win the division. As Kevin O’Connell heads into his first season as the team’s head coach, it […]

Amid much outside speculation surrounding the long-term future of Kirk Cousins with the Minnesota Vikings, new head coach Kevin O’Connell simply has his sights set on working to get the best out of him in the 2022 campaign. O’Connell took some time to speak to the NFL Network at the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine, where […]

The Minnesota Vikings have expressed interest in having Kirk Cousins return as their starting quarterback in 2022. The new regime, led by head coach Kevin O’Connell and general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, have gushed over Cousins’ abilities while making it clear that they want him to return. Well, the latest rumors show that a return to […]

Recent articles have suggested a disconnect between former Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer and quarterback Kirk Cousins. While Zimmer is gone now, questions still remain as to what the Vikings’ plan is regarding Cousins’ future. New GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah spoke about Cousins on Tuesday, gushing over the veteran quarterback, via NBC Sports. However, his […]

The Minnesota Vikings parted ways with longtime head coach Mike Zimmer this offseason, replacing him with Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell. According to The Athletic, part of the reason Zimmer fizzled out in Minnesota was his relationship with quarterback Kirk Cousins. Per the report, Zimmer complained about Cousins during coaching meetings, stating that the QB didn’t […]

Rumors of a quarterback trade between the Carolina Panthers and the Minnesota Vikings have been flying recently. But how realistic is it that the Panthers could acquire quarterback Kirk Cousins in the 2022 NFL Offseason? According to an article by Panthers Wire writer Anthony Rizzuti, it’s not very likely. He noted Ian Rapoport’s recent appearance […]

Kirk Cousins’ status with the Minnesota Vikings has been one of the main talking points of the offseason. With a new coach and general manager in place, it seemed unclear at first whether the new heads would stick with the quarterback of the last regime. Recent reports, though, reveal that the franchise will stick with […]

The Minnesota Vikings are looking for a clean start after hiring former Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell as head coach. As NBC Sports reporter Michael David Smith reported, O’Connell sees a lot of similar qualities in Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins and Matthew Stafford. Kevin O'Connell: I'm excited to coach Kirk Cousins. https://t.co/kMOSp71HXW — […]

The Minnesota Vikings are reportedly set to bring back Kirk Cousins as their quarterback next season. According a report from NFL insider Tom Pelissero, the Vikings are sticking to their lead QB from the last four seasons. This comes after news that the team is hiring former QB Kevin O’Connell as their new head coach. […]

It is difficult to pinpoint the Minnesota Vikings’ shortcomings last season on a single player. The Vikings missed out on playing playoff football following their 8-9 finish in regular season play, which included eight one-score defeats. Even as some outside noise has shifted blame over to Kirk Cousins as of late, Vikings wide receiver Justin […]

The Minnesota Vikings are set to make Kevin O’Connell their next head coach, just as soon as the Rams’ offensive coordinator ties up his responsibilities at the Super Bowl. Replacing Mike Zimmer in Minnesota will be no easy task, but the Vikings seem confident that O’Connell is the right man to lead the team into […]

It’s a new era in Minnesota. The Vikings moved on from head coach Mike Zimmer and general manager Rick Spielman, ushering in new front office leader Kwesi Adofo-Mensah. The team is also expected to name Los Angeles Rams head coach Kevin O’Connell as their new head coach. Sometimes, NFL teams opt to go with a […]

The Minnesota Vikings have found their new general manager. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Cleveland Browns vice president of football operations Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has been hired to be the Vikings’ GM. Vikings hired Browns’ VP of football operations Kwesi Adofo-Mensah as their general manager, per source. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 26, 2022 Cameron Wolfe […]

The Minnesota Vikings opted for a full rebuild after they announced the Rick Spielman and Mike Zimmer firings this past week. The firings of Zimmer and Spielman also brought quarterback Kirk Cousins’ future with the franchise into question. In an appearance on Barstool Sports’ The Pro Football Show, former NFL star Deion Sanders was asked […]

The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Chicago Bears 31-17 Sunday. It was a big comeback, as the Vikings had fallen behind 14-3 entering halftime. During the 2nd half, Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins threw three touchdown passes to three different receivers, helping Minnesota finish the season 8-9. After the win, Cousins spoke to the media. He was […]

The Minnesota Vikings finished regular season play with a 31-17 home win over the Chicago Bears. Now, as the Vikings look ahead to the upcoming offseason, there may be one dilemma that the team could end up addressing. Cousins has a mere one more season remaining on his current contract with the Vikings. He is […]

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson entered the Week 18 home matchup against the Chicago Bears with a golden opportunity to make history. Jefferson notched an astounding 1,509 receiving yards over the Vikings’ opening 16 games of the campaign. The former LSU star simply formed stout chemistry with quarterback Kirk Cousins. Overall, Jefferson needed a […]

There were rumors at the start of the 2021 NFL season that Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer was on the hot seat and needed a playoff appearance to save his job. With the Vikings missing the playoffs, it looks like Zimmer will indeed be getting the boot. Vikings owners Zygi and Mark Wilf haven’t […]

Justin Jefferson soared to new heights after a historically dominant rookie season. The Minnesota Vikings, though, were mediocre once again. They will finish the 2021 season with a losing record, enter Week 18 eliminated from playoff contention and possibly see the firing of head coach Mike Zimmer soon. Minnesota was 5-5 at one point the […]

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins missed last week’s game as he was placed on the reserve/COVID list. Cousins, who is reportedly in line to start the Vikings’ Week 18 contest against the Chicago Bears, per Chad Graff of The Athletic, spoke to reporters on a variety of topics, including his future in Minnesota. With rumors […]

It’s safe to say that the Minnesota Vikings did not wish for their Week 17 outcome to be a 27-point loss to the Green Bay Packers, but their performance on Sunday night made that result far too easy. Missing QB Kirk Cousins due to a positive COVID diagnosis, the Vikings were forced to turn to […]

The Minnesota Vikings were dealt a tough blow on Saturday, as starting quarterback Kirk Cousins was placed on the league’s COVID-19 reserve list. Therefore, he was ruled out from Sunday’s must-win game against the Green Bay Packers. Green Bay was looking to clinch the overall #1 seed and first round bye in the playoffs. That’s […]

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss Sunday’s crucial Week 17 matchup against the Green Bay Packers, according to reports from NFL Media and ESPN. Cousins is unvaccinated. Cousins reportedly had COVID symptoms and self-reported them before testing positive. As an unvaccinated player, he gets tested every day. The Vikings need […]

The Minnesota Vikings playoff hopes took a big hit last Sunday, losing to the Los Angeles Rams 30-23. The loss of the game was not the only tough news. It was reported earlier Wednesday that Pro Bowl wide receiver Adam Thielen was placed on season-ending injured reserve with an ankle injury.  Vikings have placed WR […]

The Minnesota Vikings are fighting hard for a playoff spot while the statuses for several of their key offensive players remain up in the air. Running back Dalvin Cook, who was recently named to the Pro Bowl for the third straight year, was placed on the COVID-19 reserve list and wide receiver Adam Thielen is […]

After securing a crucial victory over the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football, the Minnesota Vikings (7-7) head home to play the Los Angeles Rams (10-4). The Vikings hold the seventh and final playoff seed in the NFC with three games remaining. Minnesota is 4-2 at home this season, including a signature win over the […]