Kirk Cousins returns to Vikings, Kyler Murray's role in question
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 12:39 AM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026
Kirk Cousins reunites with the Minnesota Vikings, joining the team mid-season after being traded from the Las Vegas Raiders. Head coach Kevin O'Connell communicated that Cousins is set to play for the 6-2 Vikings. Meanwhile, Kyler Murray, who had been the starting quarterback, is dealing with a hamstring injury and is not expected to compete for the starting job upon recovery. O'Connell indicated that midseason quarterback competitions are not realistic, focusing on setting the roster to maximize this year's performance.
- •Cousins acquired from Raiders for a 2027 third-round pick
- •Vikings initially lead the NFC North at 6-2
- •Murray recovering from a hamstring strain, status week-to-week
- •O'Connell prefers stability in quarterback position this season
- •Murray previously started over J.J. McCarthy, who was traded in September
- 12:39 AMYahoo Sports — Kirk Cousins reunion is about Vikings maximizing their roster; fellow QB Kyler Murray in line for reserve role
"Minnesota head coach Kevin O'Connell said he doesn't think midseason quarterback competitions are realistic: "We acquired Kirk to join a 6-2 football team and play."
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