Minnesota Vikings Acquire Quarterback Kirk Cousins in Trade with Las Vegas Raiders
The Minnesota Vikings have acquired quarterback Kirk Cousins in a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders, sending a 2027 third-round draft pick to bolster their offense.
Odessa Midland, TX, November 10, 2026 — The Minnesota Vikings have made a significant move to bolster their offense by acquiring quarterback Kirk Cousins. The team announced the acquisition on Thursday, confirming a trade agreement with the Las Vegas Raiders.
In exchange for Cousins, the Vikings will send a 2027 third-round draft pick to the Raiders. This transaction aims to strengthen the Vikings’ offensive capabilities as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Kirk Cousins, a veteran quarterback, has previously played for both the Washington Commanders and the Minnesota Vikings. His tenure with the Vikings saw him establish himself as a consistent starter. The Raiders had recently acquired Cousins, but this trade marks his return to the Minnesota franchise. The specific terms of the trade, beyond the draft pick, were not immediately disclosed. The details surrounding the timing and announcement of the trade were not provided in the initial summary. The exact implications of this move for both teams’ future strategies remain to be seen.
Story summarized from the original created by DAVE CAMPBELL, Associated Press on www.yourbasin.com, see more information here.
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