Vikings Aiming to Land $172 Million QB in Trade After Being Exposed By Bills

The Minnesota Vikings are reportedly targeting a trade for Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline. The move follows a 23-6 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Monday night, where backup quarterback Carson Wentz struggled in place of the injured Kyler Murray. Head coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed the team is actively exploring roster improvements at multiple positions.

Cousins has thrown for 2,340 yards, 20 touchdowns, and eight interceptions across nine starts for Las Vegas this season. Meanwhile, the Bills are also reportedly exploring deadline trades, with general manager Brandon Beane potentially targeting defensive secondary additions such as safety Budda Baker.