Packers' Matt LaFleur surprised by Vikings' low cost for Kirk Cousins trade
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Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Green Bay Packers' head coach Matt LaFleur expressed surprise at the low price the Minnesota Vikings paid to acquire quarterback Kirk Cousins from the Las Vegas Raiders. Cousins returned to the Vikings for a 2027 third-round pick, a move that LaFleur described as 'mind-blowing.' As the Packers prepare for their Week 10 matchup against the Vikings, LaFleur noted Cousins' impact on Minnesota's offense. Although it's unclear if Cousins will start, his return could pose a significant challenge for the Packers, who are looking to stay competitive in the NFC North.
- •Matt LaFleur was shocked Vikings only gave up a third-round pick for Cousins.
- •Cousins was acquired from the Raiders before the trade deadline.
- •The Packers are set to face the Vikings in Week 10.
- •Cousins could strengthen the Vikings' offense after recent struggles.
- •Kickoff for the Packers-Vikings game is at 1:00 pm ET.
- 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — Matt LaFleur surprised Vikings didn't have to give up more in Kirk Cousins trade: 'I was shocked'
- 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — What ‘shocked’ Packers’ Matt LaFleur about Vikings’ Kirk Cousins trade
"The Green Bay Packers are currently making preparations for their upcoming home game vs the Minnesota Vikings. In this one, the Packers will be squaring off against quarterback Kirk Cousins, whom the Vikings reunited with via a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders prior to the deadline earlier this week. Now, Packers head coach Matt LaFleur has shared […] The post What ‘shocked’ Packers’ Matt LaFleur about Vikings’ Kirk Cousins trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"Matt LaFleur would have loved to see the Vikings part with more in exchange for Kirk Cousins.
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 11, 2026, 7:45 PMMatt LaFleur surprised Vikings didn't have to give up more in Kirk Cousins trade: 'I was shocked'
Matt LaFleur would have loved to see the Vikings part with more in exchange for Kirk Cousins.
- Yahoo SportsNov 11, 2026, 7:45 PMWhat ‘shocked’ Packers’ Matt LaFleur about Vikings’ Kirk Cousins trade
The Green Bay Packers are currently making preparations for their upcoming home game vs the Minnesota Vikings. In this one, the Packers will be squaring off against quarterback Kirk Cousins, whom the Vikings reunited with via a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders prior to the deadline earlier this week. Now, Packers head coach Matt LaFleur has shared […] The post What ‘shocked’ Packers’ Matt LaFleur about Vikings’ Kirk Cousins trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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