Cousins, Vikings keeping up with NFL’s late-game winners
3 years, 2 months ago

Cousins, Vikings keeping up with NFL’s late-game winners

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The NFL season has already featured 22 games with a winning score in either the final minute of regulation or in overtime, the highest six-week total in history. “I think it’s really come a long way,” coach Mike Zimmer said, alluding to the overtime win at New Orleans in the first round of the 2019 playoffs as a turning point for Cousins and his ability to command a late-game possession. That visual reminder of the NFL’s tendency to produce tight games made Cousins think the Vikings were probably bound for another one themselves that afternoon. The previous week against Detroit, after the offense stalled in the second half and a calamitous 2 1/2-minute stretch of a missed field goal and an own-territory fumble let the Lions take a 17-16 lead with 37 seconds left, Cousins completed three passes for 46 yards to get the Vikings in range for Greg Joseph’s 54-yard field goal. In the season opener at Cincinnati, Cousins went 6 for 7 for 60 yards with no timeouts to reach the 35 for Joseph’s game-tying field goal on the final play of regulation, before the Vikings lost in overtime.

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How to sum up Kirk Cousins’ six prolific seasons in Minnesota? It’s complicated
9 months, 1 week ago

How to sum up Kirk Cousins’ six prolific seasons in Minnesota? It’s complicated

New York Times  

After a victory, most postgame locker rooms are raging. GO DEEPER Kirk Cousins' Achilles injury leaves Vikings teammates emotional despite win over Packers A similar sentiment exists now among key locker room figures in the aftermath of Monday’s news. Cousins, a free agent who since 2018 has been the Vikings’ starter, informed the team that he would be leaving to …

Vikings GM says he wants Cousins back at QB as roster remains under construction
11 months, 1 week ago

Vikings GM says he wants Cousins back at QB as roster remains under construction

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — The arrival of Kwesi Adofo-Mensah as Minnesota Vikings general manager two years ago initiated a personnel strategy he branded a “competitive rebuild,” shaped by an organization disinterest in tanking and a dire need for a younger and more financially flexible roster. It’s just competitive, in a window, and I think we’re close to that,” Adofo-Mensah said Wednesday …

Vikings enter offseason as Kirk Cousins’ potential return at QB weighs on other pressing needs
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikings enter offseason as Kirk Cousins’ potential return at QB weighs on other pressing needs

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings have entered another pivotal offseason, revolving around the club’s still-uncertain plans at quarterback. Cousins, who had enough qualifying attempts to finish third in the NFL in passer rating despite playing in only eight games, didn’t directly answer a question on Monday about whether he would sign with the Vikings for less …

Vikings’ season of upheaval at quarterback ends with a 7-10 record
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikings’ season of upheaval at quarterback ends with a 7-10 record

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The emotion of a frustrating season prompted Nick Mullens to take a deep breath before answering a question on Sunday. “We can’t sit back and say ‘Well, we didn’t have Kirk, so this is what happens,’” Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said. “When the starter goes down, we want to go back there and lead the team to playoffs …

Vikings still struggling to stop the quarterback carousel from spinning with Cousins out
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Vikings still struggling to stop the quarterback carousel from spinning with Cousins out

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Kirk Cousins naturally evoked the loudest roar of the night in Minnesota, further amping up a high-energy atmosphere for a crucial game against Green Bay. When Jaren Hall was benched for Nick Mullens at halftime, after an interception and a fumble each set up a Packers touchdown, Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell switched quarterbacks for the fifth time in …

Vikings miss Cousins more than ever after Mullens’ 4 interceptions in loss to Lions
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Vikings miss Cousins more than ever after Mullens’ 4 interceptions in loss to Lions

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Kirk Cousins had started all but two games in his six seasons for Minnesota, giving the Vikings rare continuity at quarterback before he went down in October with a season-ending Achilles tendon tear. It’s hard work, execution, trust the guys around me.” Mullens was working with a depleted receiver group down the stretch as tight end T.J. Hockenson …

Cousins has gone from denial to grief to full immersion in rehab; his future with Vikings can wait
1 year, 1 month ago

Cousins has gone from denial to grief to full immersion in rehab; his future with Vikings can wait

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — In the first moments after Kirk Cousins fell to the grass in Green Bay during a seemingly routine sack, Minnesota’s once-indestructible quarterback figured he just had a sprained ankle. I think all five just swirl all at once.” Cousins is nearly three weeks removed from that fateful plant of his right foot at Lambeau Field on Oct. …

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins undergoes surgery on torn Achilles after speaking with Aaron Rodgers as he battles back from the same injury: 'Grateful for your prayers... one day at a time'
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins undergoes surgery on torn Achilles after speaking with Aaron Rodgers as he battles back from the same injury: 'Grateful for your prayers... one day at a time'

Daily Mail  

Aaron Rodgers was struck by the same injury in his debut for the New York Jets Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins underwent successful surgery on his Achilles tendon on Wednesday, a couple of days after speaking with fellow injured quarterback Aaron Rodgers about his ordeal. Cousins was treated by Dr. Chris Coetzee, a local Minnesota doctor, after suffering a torn …

Cousins has surgery on his torn Achilles tendon. Vikings have yet to reveal a return timetable
1 year, 1 month ago

Cousins has surgery on his torn Achilles tendon. Vikings have yet to reveal a return timetable

Associated Press  

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins had surgery Wednesday for his torn right Achilles tendon. “What re-energized me was talking with Kirk and, the way his mind works, he’s so process-oriented and so intentional, he’s talking about being back at OTAs, doing all the different things and what his schedule’s going to be,” Minnesota general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah said Wednesday. “And …

Vikings confirm Cousins is done for the season with a torn Achilles tendon in a devastating blow
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings confirm Cousins is done for the season with a torn Achilles tendon in a devastating blow

News 18  

EAGAN, Minn.: Kirk Cousins has a torn right Achilles tendon that will end his season, the Minnesota Vikings announced on Monday after his first career injury put a somber tone on their three-game winning streak. New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has raised the possibility of returning yet this season from his torn left Achilles tendon, but after getting hurt …

Vikings confirm Cousins is done for the season with a torn Achilles tendon in a devastating blow
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings confirm Cousins is done for the season with a torn Achilles tendon in a devastating blow

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Kirk Cousins has a torn right Achilles tendon that will end his season, dampening the mood around the Minnesota Vikings after their recent resurgence and putting the front office and coaching staff in a scramble to figure out which quarterback to finish with. New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has raised the long-shot possibility of returning yet …

Vikings beat Packers 24-10 but lose Cousins to possible Achilles tendon injury
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings beat Packers 24-10 but lose Cousins to possible Achilles tendon injury

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Kirk Cousins threw a pair of touchdown passes before leaving with what the Vikings fear is an Achilles tendon injury, and Minnesota beat the slumping Green Bay Packers 24-10 on Sunday. BENGALS 31, 49ERS 17 SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Joe Burrow threw three touchdown passes, Cincinnati intercepted Brock Purdy on back-to-back passes in the second half, …

Cousins throws 2 TD passes before leaving with injury in Vikings’ 24-10 victory over Packers
1 year, 1 month ago

Cousins throws 2 TD passes before leaving with injury in Vikings’ 24-10 victory over Packers

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Kirk Cousins led the Minnesota Vikings back to relevance after their poor start to the season. Cousins threw a pair of touchdown passes before leaving in the fourth quarter of the Vikings’ 24-10 victory over the slumping Green Bay Packers 24-10 on Sunday. Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said after the game that the Vikings are “fearing …

Vikings’ Cousins leaves game in 4th quarter with what the team fears is an Achilles tendon injury
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings’ Cousins leaves game in 4th quarter with what the team fears is an Achilles tendon injury

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins has never missed a game because of injury in his 12-year career, a testament to remarkable toughness as well as good fortune. Cousins, 35, left in the fourth quarter of his team’s 24-10 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday with what the team believes is an Achilles tendon injury. …

Kirk Cousins’ Achilles injury leaves Vikings teammates emotional despite win over Packers
1 year, 1 month ago

Kirk Cousins’ Achilles injury leaves Vikings teammates emotional despite win over Packers

New York Times  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — They knew. Head coach Kevin O’Connell said after the game the team is “fearing an Achilles injury.” Meanwhile, a league source told The Athletic’s Dianna Russini that the Vikings believe Cousins tore his Achilles tendon. GO DEEPER Vikings QB Kirk Cousins tears Achilles “I’m thinking of Kirk,” O’Connell said. Before Netflix’s “Quarterback” aired, a lot of …

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins tears Achilles: How it impacts Minnesota
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins tears Achilles: How it impacts Minnesota

New York Times  

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins tore his Achilles tendon in his team’s 24-10 win over the Green Bay Packers, an MRI confirmed Monday. Minnesota coach Kevin O’Connell said after the game that the Vikings were “fearing an Achilles injury.” The Vikings improved to 4-4 with the win while the Packers dropped to 2-5. pic.twitter.com/8rXFyGtCZV — Minnesota Vikings October 30, 2023 …

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins dazzles in prime time in statement MNF win over 49ers
1 year, 2 months ago

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins dazzles in prime time in statement MNF win over 49ers

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — Nine years ago, almost to the day, Kirk Cousins was benched at halftime of a football game. Tyler Polumbus, one of Cousins’ former teammates, said recently that two weeks after the benching, he and Cousins were seated on a cold, aluminum bench at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis before a game. GO DEEPER Cousins, Addison guide Vikings to …

Why trading Kirk Cousins is an option the Vikings may soon have to consider
1 year, 2 months ago

Why trading Kirk Cousins is an option the Vikings may soon have to consider

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Broncos vs Vikings in Sunday Night Football action. Zygi Wilf, co-owner of the Minnesota Vikings, had just exited the locker room following Sunday night’s loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. LIVE: QB Kirk Cousins speaks to the media https://t.co/fnL8U9YkEZ — Minnesota Vikings October 9, 2023 There is also a similarly complex slate of questions …

Vikings open vs. Bucs with Kirk Cousins once again playing for a job beyond this season
1 year, 3 months ago

Vikings open vs. Bucs with Kirk Cousins once again playing for a job beyond this season

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — For all Kirk Cousins has achieved entering his 12th season in the NFL, his sixth with the Minnesota Vikings, he has rarely escaped the very situation that defines this cutthroat league of short-lived careers. The Vikings, who host Tampa Bay to open the season on Sunday, boast the league’s reigning receiving leader in Justin Jefferson, who’s barely beginning …

‘Quarterback’: What I learned about Kirk Cousins and the Vikings from the series
1 year, 5 months ago

‘Quarterback’: What I learned about Kirk Cousins and the Vikings from the series

New York Times  

You got to see Kirk Cousins in snowy Minnesota, in his black Ford truck and inside a run-of-the-mill hotel room. “Don’t get frustrated.” Cousins took off his helmet and said simply: “Oh, I’m getting frustrated.” This scene showed up in Episode 6 just before O’Connell recalled his thoughts on the situation. In Episode 1, during the Week 1 game against …

Cousins dominates first half as Vikings beat Bears 29-13
1 year, 11 months ago

Cousins dominates first half as Vikings beat Bears 29-13

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The Minnesota Vikings wanted nothing more than to wash away the bitter taste from a blowout loss and head into the postseason on a sweeter note. Kirk Cousins threw for 225 yards and a touchdown in the first half and watched the rest of the way as the NFC North champion Vikings tuned up for the playoffs by …

Vikings can clinch NFC North on road against surging Lions
2 years ago

Vikings can clinch NFC North on road against surging Lions

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins certainly isn’t apologizing for winning nine games by eight or fewer points. That just doesn’t happen much in the NFL.” If Minnesota beats or ties the Lions it will win a division title for the first time since 2017. “More importantly, it’s …

Cousins relishes confidence of Vikings, as clutch wins come
2 years ago

Cousins relishes confidence of Vikings, as clutch wins come

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Somewhere along the line this season after Kevin O’Connell was hired as Minnesota’s coach, Kirk Cousins found the consistent winning touch in the clutch that too often was missing for him. One of the NFL’s most scrutinized quarterbacks delivered again for the 2022 Vikings, with three touchdown passes including the tiebreaking score in the fourth quarter to beat …

Cousins, Vikings rebound from blowout to beat Patriots 33-26
2 years ago

Cousins, Vikings rebound from blowout to beat Patriots 33-26

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings have quickly become a confident and resilient team under rookie coach Kevin O’Connell and his staff, and they sure showed it in this short week. Kirk Cousins threw for 299 yards and three touchdowns, the last a go-ahead score to Adam Thielen with 9:34 left to push Minnesota past the New England Patriots in a …

Cousins, Vikings under pressure with another sack-master foe
2 years, 1 month ago

Cousins, Vikings under pressure with another sack-master foe

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — The trouble Kirk Cousins had in Minnesota’s game with the Dallas pass rush won’t just go away on its own. “It’s tough, Kirk getting sacked before you even get out your break,” wide receiver Justin Jefferson said. If things are not working out the way we planned, we need to find a way to adjust and go …

Cousins, Vikings’ offense succumb to Cowboys’ pressure
2 years, 1 month ago

Cousins, Vikings’ offense succumb to Cowboys’ pressure

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Lined up on the edge on Minnesota’s first pass play, Micah Parsons worked around Vikings left tackle Christian Darrisaw and pursued quarterback Kirk Cousins from his blind side. “Kirk tried to battle tonight,” Minnesota coach Kevin O’Connell said. I think we definitely caused a problem in their pass game, especially for where they was trending at.” Minnesota’s offensive …

Josh Allen has horror day as Buffalo Bills fall to Minnesota Vikings in overtime
2 years, 1 month ago

Josh Allen has horror day as Buffalo Bills fall to Minnesota Vikings in overtime

The Independent  

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Confident Vikings thriving behind letting-it-loose Cousins
2 years, 1 month ago

Confident Vikings thriving behind letting-it-loose Cousins

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — After the Minnesota Vikings hired a head coach with a player-first approach and a quarterback-friendly background, while keeping the entire starting offense intact, the 2022 season was shaping up well for Kirk Cousins. Cousins said Wednesday he never expected the attention — which goes back to Minnesota’s win over New Orleans in London on Oct. 2, the …

Vikings come back to beat Commanders for 6th consecutive win
2 years, 1 month ago

Vikings come back to beat Commanders for 6th consecutive win

Associated Press  

— Kirk Cousins got the game ball after leading the Minnesota Vikings to a comeback victory against the team he started his NFL career with, and the first thought that came to his mind was starting a chant with the most famous words from his time with Washington. “We grind on and keep trying to pull them out in the …

Kirk Cousins returns to visit Washington with 6-1 Vikings
2 years, 1 month ago

Kirk Cousins returns to visit Washington with 6-1 Vikings

Associated Press  

— Kirk Cousins looks back fondly on his time in Washington, no occasion more than the day after Christmas in 2015 when he and his teammates clinched the NFC East title and a trip to the playoffs and were greeted by celebrating fans back at their practice facility. “I’ll never forget that.” Cousins returns to play the team he spent …

Vikings’ offense finding its way in O’Connell’s system
2 years, 2 months ago

Vikings’ offense finding its way in O’Connell’s system

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — As Kirk Cousins opened Sunday with a team-record 18 consecutive completions, star wide receiver Justin Jefferson was the focal point of a Minnesota Vikings offense that scored touchdowns on its first three possessions. “We’ve got a long way to go, five games in, but we’re really seeing some of our philosophy come to life,” O’Connell said. I also …

Cousins, Vikings snap to life with late TD, beat Bears 29-22
2 years, 2 months ago

Cousins, Vikings snap to life with late TD, beat Bears 29-22

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings established a remarkable rhythm early. Cousins scored on a 1-yard quarterback sneak with 2:26 remaining on Minnesota’s fifth third-down conversion of its go-ahead drive, and the Vikings snapped out of another mid-game slump just in time to beat the Chicago Bears 29-22 on Sunday. “I’m not where I was at the end …

Kirk Cousins has Justin Jefferson, Aaron Rodgers has no one as Vikings stake their claim
2 years, 3 months ago

Kirk Cousins has Justin Jefferson, Aaron Rodgers has no one as Vikings stake their claim

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — The sideline told the story in the Minnesota Vikings’ victory Sunday over Green Bay. When Cousins was asked about the exchange after Minnesota’s 23-7 victory, he thought back to Jefferson’s first career touchdown, a 71-yard catch and run against Tennessee in Week 3 of the 2020 season. It was the breakout game for the rookie — seven catches, …

Cousins returns from COVID-19 absence to Vikings for finale
2 years, 11 months ago

Cousins returns from COVID-19 absence to Vikings for finale

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — With Kirk Cousins cleared from COVID-19 protocols, the Minnesota Vikings plan to play their starting quarterback in the meaningless final game against Chicago along with the rest of their regulars who are healthy enough for action. The only other game Cousins missed was the last game of the 2019 season, as injury precaution with the Vikings already locked …

With Kirk Cousins out, Vikings’ playoff hopes disintegrate
2 years, 11 months ago

With Kirk Cousins out, Vikings’ playoff hopes disintegrate

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Minnesota Vikings’ offense didn’t show much sign of life without Kirk Cousins around. “They’re a good team and they got after us tonight.” Green Bay scored the game’s first 20 points while the Vikings went three-and-out on five of their first seven possessions. “There’s a lot of teams that have had to deal with similar …

Vikings, minus QB Cousins, look to beat Packers again
2 years, 11 months ago

Vikings, minus QB Cousins, look to beat Packers again

Associated Press  

While the Green Bay Packers have dominated the NFC North lately, there’s one division opponent they’ve struggled to solve. The Minnesota Vikings have won their last two matchups with the Packers and are the only NFC North team to beat them during Matt LaFleur’s three-year coaching tenure in Green Bay. Cook rushed for 163 yards, caught two passes for 63 …

Vikings’ sleepy start, red-zone issues sting in loss to Rams
2 years, 11 months ago

Vikings’ sleepy start, red-zone issues sting in loss to Rams

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Justin Jefferson said he could sense a lack of energy among his Minnesota Vikings teammates the moment he entered the locker room Sunday morning, and the feeling carried over into a lackluster first quarter. Kirk Cousins threw his first red-zone interception of the season on Minnesota’s first drive deep into Los Angeles territory, and the Vikings had just …

Cousins throws for 2 touchdowns as Vikings beat Bears 17-9
3 years ago

Cousins throws for 2 touchdowns as Vikings beat Bears 17-9

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The Minnesota Vikings have little margin for error and plenty of room to improve as they try to secure a playoff spot. The Vikings, part of a tight pack of teams vying for one of the NFC’s seven playoff spots, were in line for their most lopsided win before Justin Fields threw a touchdown pass to Jesper Horsted …

Kirk Cousins throws for two touchdowns as Vikings beat Bears
3 years ago

Kirk Cousins throws for two touchdowns as Vikings beat Bears

LA Times  

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins passes during the first half against the Chicago Bears Monday in Chicago. The Vikings, part of a tight pack of teams vying for one of the NFC’s seven playoff spots, were in line for their most lopsided win before Justin Fields threw a touchdown pass to Jesper Horsted on the game’s final play. We’re probably …

4th-down miscommunication dooms Vikings in loss to 49ers
3 years ago

4th-down miscommunication dooms Vikings in loss to 49ers

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — On the biggest play of the game, the Minnesota Vikings had no idea where to go. The confusion led to a wasted timeout and then a missed fourth down that played a key role in a 34-26 loss to the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday that prevented the Vikings from climbing over.500 for the first time …

Packers defense slips against Kirk Cousins, Vikings
3 years, 1 month ago

Packers defense slips against Kirk Cousins, Vikings

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Green Bay’s defense toppled star quarterbacks Kyler Murray, Patrick Mahomes and Russell Wilson in impressive fashion in the past three games, picking up the slack for an offense that’s used to carrying the Packers. Cousins threw for 341 yards and three touchdowns — including 169 yards and two scores by Jefferson — and directed two go-ahead drives in …

Cousins throws 2 TDs, Vikings bounce back to beat Chargers
3 years, 1 month ago

Cousins throws 2 TDs, Vikings bounce back to beat Chargers

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Mike Zimmer said earlier in the week that his Minnesota Vikings still had plenty of fight. The Vikings bounced back from two straight close losses and one of the most tumultuous weeks of Zimmer’s eight-season tenure with a 27-20 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers. “They came here to work and they fought like crazy all week, …

Cousins, Vikings offense leaving far too many tries short
3 years, 1 month ago

Cousins, Vikings offense leaving far too many tries short

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — For all their setbacks over the first six weeks, whether self-inflicted or unlucky, the Minnesota Vikings emerged from their bye in a favorable position. “But I still think everyone’s got to kind of look at themselves, and say, ‘What could I have done to win?’” The offense has produced several winning halves in the seven games this year, …

Cousins throws TD pass in OT; Vikings beat Panthers 34-28
3 years, 2 months ago

Cousins throws TD pass in OT; Vikings beat Panthers 34-28

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — So much for the Minnesota Vikings’ second-half scoring woes. “It’s an absolute grind and it takes everything you got.” The Vikings had not scored a second-half touchdown in their previous four games, but Cook broke the streak with a 16-yard touchdown run to give the Vikings the lead and Cousins added a 5-yard touchdown pass to Thielen …

Cousins, Vikings’ offense stalls against Browns’ pass rush
3 years, 2 months ago

Cousins, Vikings’ offense stalls against Browns’ pass rush

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Needing one big play downfield to stall the Cleveland pass rush and potentially come back to steal a win against the Browns, Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins lofted a deep pass to Adam Thielen in the fourth quarter. Cousins and the Vikings had to turn away from their short, quick passing game in an attempt to get anything …

With extra-confident Cousins, Vikings prep for potent Browns
3 years, 2 months ago

With extra-confident Cousins, Vikings prep for potent Browns

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings have taken a while to find comfort with each other. “He has a little more swag to him,” running back Alexander Mattison said, adding: “He’s definitely opened up a little bit, and it’s awesome to see.” After a rocky training camp marked by Zimmer’s exasperation with the vaccine holdouts including Cousins and …

Cousins thriving while Vikings find balance on offense
3 years, 2 months ago

Cousins thriving while Vikings find balance on offense

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Kirk Cousins took the shotgun snap and had the Seattle Seahawks’ pass rush immediately closing in. Running back Alexander Mattison, filling in for the injured Dalvin Cook rushed for 112 yards, including 76 yards in the second half to help salt away Minnesota’s 30-17 victory. He’s going to trust you.” Minnesota is fourth in the league in …

For Cousins and winless Vikings, nemesis Seahawks are next
3 years, 3 months ago

For Cousins and winless Vikings, nemesis Seahawks are next

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Kirk Cousins moved last week into fourth place on Minnesota’s career list for games started by a quarterback, even though it might seem as if he just arrived with the Vikings. “Now that three years have passed, my fourth season, there’s a little bit more ability to have assimilated and understand how this organization works.” Here are some …

‘Built to last': In 10th year, Cousins relishes durability
3 years, 4 months ago

‘Built to last': In 10th year, Cousins relishes durability

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — When his assumed replacement was drafted this spring, Kirk Cousins found himself facing a likely end date for his time with the Minnesota Vikings. If you play smart, you don’t try to be a hero and get hit all the time but you step out of bounds and you get rid of the football and you get …

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