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Cousins trade ‘changes everything’ for the Vikings

November 11, 2026 08:50 AM

Devin McCourty and Mike Florio break down why the Kirk Cousins trade changes the psyche of the Minnesota Vikings, explaining how Kevin O’Connell’s offense has more potential to help an overworked defense.

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