Kirk for 2027 3rd Round Pick -

Welcome back Kirko. Time to finish what he started a few years ago

More than I was hoping, but less than I feared. I wouldn't (and won't) expect him to come in and immediately look like the Kirk of old. But there isn't a person on the planet who knows this quantum mechanical offense more than Kirk. I'm sure Jefferson's stoked.

Downright awesome trade. No long ramp up and should get things moving quickly. Trade compensation was not insane. You get him for two years buying time to get someone else.

AGRforever wrote:

One how the mighty have fallen that we are dancing in the streets for a 40 year-old Kirk cousins. Two let’s go get a real running back in the next hour.

A QB that is leading the league in TDs, knows the offense well, can run the offense well, is a great get IMO. I believe this is KOCs fate though, if Kirk doesn't work out, then we will see some big changes.

Honestly, I thought it would take more than a third. It's a good move at that price. This defense deserves so much more from the QB position. Kirk can be the bridge QB next year, too.

Much needed move. Kirk has unfinished business to handle with the #Vikings.

During his time with the team, the defense ranked near the bottom of the league in most categories.

This time, he comes back healthy with the best defensive unit in the league backing him. Let’s ROLL.… https://t.co/yvKNdjYgPi

— Vikes\/erified (@VikesVV) November 10, 2026

MaroonBells wrote:

More than I was hoping, but less than I feared. I wouldn't (and won't) expect him to come in and immediately look like the Kirk of old. But there isn't a person on the planet who knows this quantum mechanical offense more than Kirk. I'm sure Jefferson's stoked.

He doesn't have to be Kirko Chains, but just be able to run the offense enough to keep the D fresh.

NorseFeathers wrote:

Desperately needing a QB in a QB driven league, with all things considered, the Vikings got out light. Prorated $1.3m this year and $10m next year.
https://overthecap.com/player/kirk-cousins/1443

I don't believe this is exactly correct. After reading further details about Cousins' contract with the Raiders, Kirk will only be a rental for 2026. The 2027 $10m is a roster bonus only and is already guaranteed whether Cousins is on the Vikings 2027 roster or not. On March 15th 2027, Cousins 2027 and 2028 salaries will become guaranteed, $1.3m and $78m respectively. It is a poison pill in his contract to assure he would be released and become a free agent. This is all per Spotrac

https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/player/_/id/9915/kirk-cousins

greediron wrote:

He doesn't have to be Kirko Chains, but just be able to run the offense enough to keep the D fresh.

This ^

Bears, Lions, & Packers saying; WELL 💩!!!

Kirk Cousins still hasn’t had a bye this season, and is now joining a Vikings’ team that already had its bye.

If he suits up right away, there’s a scenario in which he plays 18 regular-season games this season. https://t.co/qDINDkMCq0

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 10, 2026

Suffice it to say that the Vikings locker room is very excited about this move. One thing that the players always appreciated about Kirk Cousins: How he boosts morale, which is something absolutely needed at the present.

— Alec Lewis (@alec_lewis) November 10, 2026

Can you imagine if the next season of Quarterback was already following Cousins for his 3rd appearance? Off the hook!

Great job Vikings, something had to be done and Wentz showed last night he wasn't that something. I was happy when the Vikings moved on from Kirk and now I'm happy he's coming back. What a world.

Skol!

There’s already a lot of revisionist history around the Vikings and Kirk Cousins going their separate ways after the 2023 season. The bottom line is both sides did what was best for them, and now Kirk is back on a much cheaper deal and with a much better roster around him.

— Jason Harmon (@JasonHarmonNFL) November 10, 2026

Now official: https://t.co/Ou7VwgLxm9

— VikingzFanPage (@vikingzfanpage) November 10, 2026

#Vikings QB Kirk Cousins is expected to start on Sunday against the #Packers, per @AdamSchefter. His familiarity with the offense from his previous seasons here is key to being ready to go. pic.twitter.com/jVBkD79U9B

— VikingzFanPage (@vikingzfanpage) November 10, 2026