The Green Bay Packers may have received an unexpected clue about the Kirk Cousins situation, as defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon delivered an interesting response to a question on Tuesday. With a two-game winning streak and a 6-3 record, Green Bay is preparing for its matchup against Minnesota, which is on a two-game losing streak after the loss to the Buffalo Bills.
While Cousins will definitely try to improve the Vikings’ quarterback situation, Gannon seemed to have a little more confidence about the quarterback situation than he initially let on. The Athletic’s reporter Matt Schneidman told Gannon to “enjoy the Kirk Cousins tape” ahead of Green Bay’s upcoming game with Minnesota.
“Haha… I'd bet my car,” Gannon responded while walking away from the podium following his Tuesday press conference.
Cousins doesn’t have a no-trade clause in his contract, but the Raiders allowed him to decide whether he wanted to remain in Las Vegas or move elsewhere.
With Fernando Mendoza preparing to take the spotlight in Las Vegas, Cousins chose a return to Minnesota. He reportedly informed Raiders general manager John Spytek that he wanted to rejoin the Vikings, who are looking to improve their chances of making the playoffs.
Cousins has the advantage of familiarity with Minnesota's coaching staff, with 25 regular-season games under head coach Kevin O'Connell.
Interestingly, Cousins' final appearance as a Viking came at Lambeau Field. He is now set to make his return to Minnesota, with his first game back scheduled against the Packers at the same venue on Sunday.
The timing is also challenging for the Vikings, as Minnesota is now 6-2 after starting the season with six consecutive wins. Its offense has managed just 19 points during that losing stretch.
However, Minnesota's defense and special teams remain among the NFL's elite, which will continue to complement them against the Packers. The Vikings will now be counting on Cousins to provide the offensive consistency they have been missing and potentially secure a win on Sunday.