# Vikings name Kirk Cousins starter for Packers game

> Vikings confirm Kirk Cousins starts vs Packers after trade deadline move.
- Title: Vikings name Kirk Cousins starter for Packers game | Shortify
- Summary: Vikings confirm Kirk Cousins starts vs Packers after trade deadline move. Vikings officially name Kirk Cousins to start against Packers at Lambeau Field…
- Keywords: minnesota vikings, kirk cousins, green bay packers, nfl trade deadline, lambeau field, carolina panthers, cincinnati bengals, cam newton, boomer esiason, pro bowl, offensive player of the year, jordan love
- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nfl/news/vikings-officially-announce-kirk-cousins-start-vs-packers-lambeau-field-sunday
- Published: 2026-11-13T21:48:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: minnesota vikings, kirk cousins, green bay packers, nfl trade deadline, lambeau field, carolina panthers, cincinnati bengals, cam newton, boomer esiason, pro bowl, offensive player of the year, jordan love
## Vikings trade for Cousins
Vikings trade Kirk Cousins to start vs Packers after trade deadline.
## Cousins' NFL history
Cousins joins Cam Newton and Boomer Esiason as only QBs since 1950 starting for team after winning 50+ games.
## O'Connell's praise
O'Connell says Cousins' preparation and command impress staff and players.
## Cousins' impact
Cousins' 22 touchdowns lead Vikings' offense after 11 total touchdowns.
## Key takeaway

Vikings officially name Kirk Cousins to start against Packers at Lambeau Field following trade deadline acquisition.