Cousins Back in the Huddle
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed on Friday that Kirk Cousins will start at quarterback against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. The decision comes five days after the Vikings reacquired Cousins from the Las Vegas Raiders at the trade deadline.
O'Connell gave Cousins plenty of credit for his work during the week. He praised the quarterback and the coaching staff for working hard to prepare on short notice. O'Connell said it was impressive to watch Cousins step right back into the huddle with players he knew alongside new teammates.
Speeding Up the Preparation
Immediately after the trade went through, O'Connell held back on naming Cousins the starter. He wanted to make sure the veteran felt completely comfortable with the quick turnaround. The pair spent much of Wednesday morning going over the playbook. It is an offense Cousins initially learned when O'Connell took over the team in 2022.
Cousins left Minnesota after the 2023 season and went on to play for the Atlanta Falcons and the Las Vegas Raiders. He managed only two practices with the Vikings this week, taking reps on Thursday and Friday. O'Connell stated he saw no red flags during those sessions and was happy with how Cousins threw the ball.
Injuries Hinder Lineup
Cousins will be playing without some key offensive options. Tight end T.J. Hockenson has been ruled out with wrist and chest injuries. He suffered those injuries during Minnesota's 23-6 defeat to the Buffalo Bills on Monday night.
Wide receiver Jordan Addison is listed as questionable after injuring his thumb in practice on Friday. The Vikings are also dealing with absences on the defensive side of the ball. Linebacker Blake Cashman will miss the game with a concussion, while defensive lineman Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins is out due to an ankle injury.
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