Orlando, FL — Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins and his family are spending time at his parents house in Florida during this “stay-at-home” time.
Cousins says he is working out and staying in shape, using virtual technology from his personal trainer and throwing footballs to his relatives or neighbors. Cousins says he is disappointed the team won’t have receiver Stefon Diggs on the team, saying the departure was a the result of a “unique dynamic” in Diggs not wanting to be on the team. Cousins says he texted Diggs after the trade and wished him well, telling him he was as good of a receiver as he’s ever thrown the football to. Cousins says the offense may have to evolve to something a little different that we’ve seen in recent years with the loss of Diggs. Cousins speculated that could include the possibility of running more sets with multiple tight ends and a fullback. He also says he plans to use his legs more to help the offense sustain drives by keeping plays alive or by running for positive yardage. Cousins says he has not used his athleticism enough in his career and he is hoping to change that. Cousins says he hopes the N-F-L season can start on time, but not at the expense of the public’s health.
Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins says this “stay-at-home” time has been quite a challenge and he’s thinking about people making a difference
Cousins says signing a contract extension this off season was good for him and for the Vikings
The Vikings quarterback says he is happy to be locked into being the Vikings’ QB
He says he was happy to see Gary Kubiak being named the offensive coordinator
Cousins says he is eager to get back to team headquarters at some point and start working with the team
Cousins says losing Stefon Diggs was the result of a “unique dynamic”
He says they will need to find a way to replace Diggs’ production
Cousins says he isn’t sure why Diggs wanted to leave the team
Cousins says Diggs brought special skills to the field that will be hard to replicate, but they can change their approach and be effective
The quarterback says losing Diggs could change the way the offense goes about its business
Cousins says offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak will likely get creative to help this offense make up for the loss of Diggs
Cousins says he can be an effective piece of making the offense better, using his legs more
