Minnesota Vikings acquire Kirk Cousins amid quarterback struggles

The Minnesota Vikings traded a third-round pick for Kirk Cousins on November 10. This move follows their decision to part ways with Sam Darnold, who had a standout season in 2025, posting career highs. Darnold's release and Cousins' return highlight the instability at the quarterback position for the Vikings, who recently lost 23-6 to the Buffalo Bills. Minnesota, now in third place in the NFC North, faces ongoing challenges with their offense and quarterback play, as Carson Wentz and Kyler Murray have struggled. If issues persist, the Vikings risk wasting a potential Super Bowl-caliber defense.

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