Kirk Cousins Seeks Trade from Vikings

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Kirk Cousins, the veteran quarterback, is facing a challenging situation with the Atlanta Falcons. Once a promising starter, he now finds himself benched and is seeking a trade before the November 4 deadline.

Kirk Cousins Requests Trade from Atlanta Falcons

As of week 9 in the 2025 NFL season, Cousins has been struggling to regain his starting position. After being benched 14 games into the 2024 season, he was given another chance to play last week, replacing an injured Michael Penix Jr. However, his performance was disappointing. He completed 21 of 31 passes for just 173 yards, failing to throw a touchdown or an interception during a significant 34-10 defeat to the Miami Dolphins, a team with a prior record of 1-6.

Background of Cousins’ Situation

Initially joining Atlanta on a lucrative four-year, $180 million contract, Cousins’ current earnings of $27.5 million this season come with a staggering $40 million cap hit. These financial factors complicate potential trade negotiations, as any acquiring team would face considerable dead cap implications in the following year.

Challenges Ahead

Despite Cousins’ desire for a starting opportunity elsewhere, the logistics of his contract make a trade difficult. Additionally, his recent performance raises concerns; he led the NFL with 16 interceptions last season in just 14 games. As a result, the likelihood of a trade occurring before the deadline seems slim.

Impact on the Minnesota Vikings

Meanwhile, the Minnesota Vikings continue to navigate their own quarterback challenges. Following the announcement that Carson Wentz will undergo season-ending shoulder surgery, the Vikings signed veteran John Wolford to serve as their third-string quarterback. This move adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing quarterback situation in the league.