Failing to get a new contract from the Minnesota Vikings earlier in the offseason didn’t change quarterback Kirk Cousins’ wishes for the future; he still wants to remain with the organization and end his career there.
Cousins made this clear while speaking with the reporters on Wednesday.
“I want to be in Minnesota,” Cousins said. “That’s kind of a no-brainer. Hopefully, we can earn the right to do that.”
Cousins currently has one year left on his contract with the Vikings and will earn $35 million in 2023 before becoming a free agent. The two sides held discussions about an extension earlier in the offseason but couldn’t come to an agreement. But it appears that the veteran has no hard feelings about the situation he is in.
“Most of our locker room has no idea what is coming in three or four months, let alone three or four years or next year,” Cousins added. “I feel like I’m one of the guys, if you will. We’re all in this together.”
Kirk Cousins earned his fourth Pro Bowl nod in 2022, throwing for 4,547 yards and 24 touchdowns while leading the Vikings to a 13-4 record and the NFC North title. But it appears that this still hasn’t convinced Minnesota that he is the right quarterback to lead them to a Super Bowl. The franchise has been reportedly exploring other options for a while, and it might be just a matter of time before they decide to move on. Perhaps the end of the 2023 season will be that moment.
