Kirk Cousins Says He Has To "Earn The Right" For Contract Extension

CBS Minnesota

May 4, 2023

The absence of a contract extension for Kirk Cousins in Minnesota could well spell the end of his time as quarterback of the Vikings, who have won only one game in the NFL playoffs since their groundbreaking signing five years ago.

Despite the depth of his desire to finish his career with Minnesota, Cousins would be about the last player in the league to feel defeated or slighted. Betting on himself, after all, has been the story of his entire football career.

Assuming there's no new deal done in the meantime, Cousins will for the fourth time as a pro play the season on an expiring contract. That's a rare scenario for an established starter at this premium position around which every NFL team revolves its roster construction and, thus, salary cap strategy.

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