Raiders trade Kirk Cousins to Vikings for 2027 third‑round pick
The Las Vegas Raiders sent quarterback Kirk Cousins to the Minnesota Vikings in a trade that brought a 2027 third‑round draft pick to the Raiders before the NFL deadline.
Key points
- Cousins returns to Minnesota for a second stint after an Achilles injury in 2023.
- Raiders receive a 2027 third‑round draft pick in exchange.
- Lions added a backup safety; Rams and Steelers made no major trades.
- Eagles will not trade Saquon Barkley before the deadline.
- Packers coach Matt LaFleur said he expects Cousins to start for Minnesota.
Key Transactions
The Las Vegas Raiders traded quarterback Kirk Cousins to the Minnesota Vikings before Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline.
The deal, described as the biggest acquisition before the deadline, sent Cousins back to Minnesota for a second stint after his last appearance with the team ended with an Achilles injury on Oct. 29, 2023.
In exchange, the Raiders received a third‑round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
“I was surprised [the Raiders] didn’t get more for him, quite honestly. I was shocked when I saw what they traded him for.” – Packers head coach Matt LaFleur
LaFleur also said he is confident Cousins will start for Minnesota.
The Detroit Lions added a backup safety in the final week of the trade period, while most other contenders added starters.
The Los Angeles Rams did not complete a major trade before the deadline.
The Pittsburgh Steelers kept their trade activity minimal, despite earlier reports of interest in a wide receiver.
The Philadelphia Eagles confirmed they will not trade running back Saquon Barkley prior to the deadline.
Your questions, answered
What did the Raiders receive for Kirk Cousins?
The Raiders received a third‑round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
Did the Rams make a trade before the deadline?
The Los Angeles Rams did not complete a major trade before the deadline.
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