Kirk Cousins returns to Vikings after trade from Raiders

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Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Kirk Cousins returns to Vikings after trade from Raiders
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Kirk Cousins has been traded back to the Minnesota Vikings from the Las Vegas Raiders. The trade, confirmed on November 10, involved the Vikings sending a 2027 third-round draft pick to acquire the quarterback. Julie Cousins expressed her family's excitement for this new chapter on Instagram, sharing updates about their move back to Minnesota. Cousins previously spent six seasons with the Vikings before his time with the Falcons and Raiders. Insights from analysts suggest that his return brings renewed hope for the Vikings.

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  • •Kirk Cousins traded back to Vikings on November 10.
  • •Vikings sent a 2027 third-round draft pick to acquire him.
  • •Julie Cousins shared family updates on Instagram about the move.
  • •Cousins previously played for the Vikings from 2018 to 2023.
  • •Analysts suggest his arrival brings hope for the team.
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  • 8:15 PMYahoo Sports — Kirk Cousins’ Wife Julie Looks Ahead to ‘Another Adventure’ After NFL Star’s Trade Back to the Vikings
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Julie Cousins is embracing the next chapter now that her husband Kirk Cousins was traded back to the Minnesota Vikings. On Tuesday, November 11, Julie, 37, took to her Instagram Stories to share her reaction to the news of the 38-year-old’s return to the team following his time with the Las Vegas Raiders. “Another adventure […]

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