Kirk Cousins is a former American football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for several teams. He was born on August 19, 1988, in Barrington, Illinois, and attended Michigan State University, where he played college football for the Michigan State Spartans.
Cousins began his professional career in 2012 when he was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the fourth round of the NFL Draft. He spent six seasons with the Redskins, during which he established himself as a reliable and consistent quarterback. In 2015, he led the Redskins to the NFC East division title and was named to the Pro Bowl.
In 2018, Cousins signed a three-year, $84 million contract with the Minnesota Vikings, making him one of the highest-paid quarterbacks in the NFL. He played two seasons with the Vikings, during which he continued to put up impressive numbers and led the team to the playoffs in 2019.
In 2020, Cousins signed a two-year extension with the Vikings, keeping him with the team through the 2022 season. However, his performance during the 2020 season was somewhat inconsistent, and the Vikings missed the playoffs.
In March 2021, Cousins was traded to the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for draft picks. He played one season with the 49ers, during which he started 14 games and threw for over 3,000 yards and 22 touchdowns.
Overall, Cousins had a successful career in the NFL, throwing for over 35,000 yards and 221 touchdowns. He was known for his accuracy and consistency, as well as his ability to make plays under pressure. While he never won a Super Bowl, he was a respected and admired player throughout his career.
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