Kirk Cousins returns to Vikings as NFL trade deadline passes

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Last updated Nov 10, 2026

Kirk Cousins returns to Vikings as NFL trade deadline passes
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Kirk Cousins has rejoined the Minnesota Vikings, replacing Kyler Murray, as the NFL trade deadline concludes. This move comes after the Vikings' quarterback struggles and bolsters their roster with Cousins' impressive track record. Other notable trades include the Jacksonville Jaguars acquiring multiple players. The Indianapolis Colts were active, completing four trades for six draft selections. Meanwhile, the Cincinnati Bengals faced criticism after miscalculating a deal for pass rusher Arnold Ebiketie, mistakenly agreeing to give up a third-round pick.

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  • •Cousins rejoined the Vikings as Murray's replacement.
  • •Vikings added Cousins after struggles at quarterback.
  • •Jaguars made multiple trades to enhance their roster.
  • •Colts led the deadline with four trades and six draft picks.
  • •Bengals' trade for Ebiketie included a costly error.
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  • 10:34 PMCBS NFL — NFL trade deadline winners and losers: Kirk Cousins heads home, Bengals seemingly fail to understand the rules
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Kirk Cousins heads back to Minnesota, the Jaguars go all-in for a championship run and a front-office blunder leaves Cincinnati red-faced

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