Kirk Cousins

The Vikings have struck a deal with the Raiders to bring quarterback Kirk Cousins back to Minnesota, according to ESPNFL.

Related players: Fernando Mendoza, Kyler Murray, Justin Jefferson

The Vikings were rumored to be on the hunt for a QB before the deadline, and bringing back Cousins makes a ton of sense. It cost them a 2027 third round pick. Cousins was playing pretty well in Vegas with limited offensive weapons, but he'll get an upgrade with the Vikings, and players he's familiar with from his first time around with the team. This move will send Murray to the bench likely right away, as it was reported Murray's going to miss more time with a hamstring injury. It should end up being an upgrade for the Vikings offense. Meanwhile in Vegas, the Raiders will turn the offense over to the first overall pick in Mendoza, who gets the Seahawks in his very first start. This was about the time of year where it was projected the Raiders could make a switch anyway. It may be a rough go for a while for Mendoza.