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Vikings Trade Kirk Cousins for Raiders
Vikings trade Kirk Cousins to Raiders for 2027 third-round pick.
In brief
Vikings trade Kirk Cousins to Raiders for 2027 third-round pick. Vikings hope Kirk Cousins saves offense; Raiders get 'A' grade for Fernando Mendoza. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
Vikings' Last-Ditch Move
Minnesota Vikings trade Kirk Cousins to Las Vegas Raiders for 2027 third-round pick.
Cousins' 2027 Season
Cousins led NFL-high eight game-winning drives in 2022 before tearing Achilles.
Vikings' Offensive Struggle
Vikings scored just 11 offensive touchdowns this season, tied with Chargers for fewest in NFL.
Murray and Wentz Struggles
Kyler Murray and Carson Wentz both struggled with Murray near bottom of passing categories.
Vikings' Trade Grade
Vikings receive B- grade for Cousins' improved play rate and fit with O'Connell's scheme.
Raiders' Mendoza Grade
Raiders get A grade for Fernando Mendoza's first start and offensive improvements.
Cousins' Current Performance
Cousins has negative play rate down to 6.7%, on pace for career best.
Raiders' Offensive Progress
Raiders eighth in points per drive with Brock Bowers and Michael Mayer leading offense.
The bottom line
Vikings hope Kirk Cousins saves offense; Raiders get 'A' grade for Fernando Mendoza.
