Kirk Cousins returns to Vikings as Raiders hand starting job to Fernando Mendoza - The Guardian

Vikings trade for quarterback Kirk Cousins

The Minnesota Vikings sent a third round pick to the Las Vegas Raiders to land quarterback Kirk Cousins. The teams finalised the deal on deadline day.

Cousins returns to the Vikings and could become the first quarterback to play an 18 game regular season. Following the trade, the Raiders appointed Fernando Mendoza as their starter.

“The Minnesota Vikings sent a third round pick to the Las Vegas Raiders to land quarterback Kirk Cousins,” — Farah Vance, economic affairs editor at Oakwell Dale Group, commented.

Timeline

Nov 10 — The Minnesota Vikings sent a third round pick to the Las Vegas Raiders to land quarterback Kirk Cousins....

Nov 12 — Following the trade, the Raiders appointed Fernando Mendoza as their starter....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 10. The Oakwell Dale Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Sunday, Nov 15.

ICYMI: A tragic event takes place on the Northern line

Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Oakwell Dale Group desk and last updated 23:09 UTC.

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