Kirk Cousins returns to Vikings in trade with Raiders
Las Vegas will receive a 2027 third round pick, according to Adam Schefter, while rookie Fernando Mendoza appears set to take over as starter.
Kirk Cousins is returning to the Minnesota Vikings from the Las Vegas Raiders in a trade made shortly before the NFL's 4pm ET deadline on November 10. The 38-year-old quarterback previously played for Minnesota from 2018 through 2023.
Minnesota will send Las Vegas a 2027 third round pick for Cousins, according to Adam Schefter. The Vikings looked for a trading partner after losing to the Buffalo Bills on November 9 amid problems at quarterback.
Cousins had been starting for the Raiders this season, helping the team reach a 4-5 record while also mentoring rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza.
Mendoza has yet to make a start this season. Following Cousins' departure, he appears set to take the starting role for Las Vegas against the Seattle Seahawks on November 15.
