Vikings cut Odell Beckham Jr. to create roster space for Kirk Cousins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 5:08 AM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026

The Minnesota Vikings restructured their roster to accommodate quarterback Kirk Cousins, who was acquired from the Las Vegas Raiders for a 2027 third-round pick. To make room, the team waived wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., who had played only two snaps prior to the transaction. Beckham has a history with the Vikings and is expected to remain with the organization, returning to the practice squad after being cut. Cousins is anticipated to start against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday as he acclimates to the team's offense. The trade is still pending a physical examination, and other players have also been released from the practice squad.
- •Kirk Cousins was traded from the Raiders to the Vikings.
- •Odell Beckham Jr. played two snaps before being waived.
- •Beckham re-signed with the Vikings' practice squad.
- •Cousins is set to start against the Packers on Sunday.
- •The trade is pending a physical examination.
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"The Minnesota Vikings had to open a roster spot for their new QB Tuesday, and Odell Beckham Jr. was the cut casualty. No worries, though...
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