Vikings name Kirk Cousins starter against Packers
Cousins returns to the starting role after a trade from the Raiders, while Kyler Murray remains out with a hamstring injury.
Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell has named Kirk Cousins the starting quarterback against the Packers, following his arrival from the Raiders in a trade for a 2027 third-round pick.
Cousins took part in two practices before getting the starting assignment. His knowledge of the offense helped him move into the role: he played for the Vikings from 2018-23, including two years under O’Connell. They also worked together with Washington in 2017.
Kyler Murray, who started six games before suffering a hamstring injury, has been ruled out against Green Bay after missing every practice leading up to the game. Carson Wentz started Minnesota’s loss to the Bills.
The Vikings also ruled out four other players: linebacker Blake Cashman with a concussion, tight end T.J. Hockenson with wrist/chest injuries, defensive lineman Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins with an ankle injury and wide receiver Jauan Jennings with a calf injury.
Three players are questionable: outside linebacker Kyle Van Noy with a calf injury, wide receiver Jordan Addison with a thumb injury and safety Josh Metellus with a shoulder injury.
