‘With that defence’ – Dan Orlovsky’s verdict on Vikings’ Super Bowl hopes after Kirk Cousins trade

The Minnesota Vikings made a deadline day trade for Kirk Cousins after a disappointing performance from Carson Wentz on Monday. Cousins had played for the Vikings from 2018 to 2023, and is returning to the franchise as they look to make a long-awaited return to the Super Bowl. But given the struggles the veteran quarterback has had over the last few years, how strong are their chances to reach the vaunted stage? Dan Orlovsky believes Minnesota Vikings have a strong chance to reach the Super Bowl Speaking on ESPN, Dan Orlovsky explained how he feels about the Minnesota Vikings’ Super Bowl prospects following their trade for Kirk Cousins. While he won’t put them above the Chicago Bears, San Francisco 49ers, Green Bay Packers, or Detroit Lions in the NFC, Orlovsky does think the Vikings have a strong chance with a steady quarterback like Cousins. Orlovsky said: “I think it’s a great trade for Minnesota. I think it’s great value for Minnesota. For Vikings fans that maybe haven’t watched the Raiders, Kirk Cousins, for most of this season, has been playing top-five, top-seven football. “He’s been absolutely spectacular. And this move makes me think that Minnesota can still win the Super Bowl. Now, I’m not telling everybody that they’re the Super Bowl favourites. “I still don’t put them above Chicago or San Francisco or Green Bay or Detroit, but this was a move where you get a quarterback who knows your offence, who knows this system. He’s playing at an incredibly high level, and it means that Minnesota, with that defence, can absolutely win the Super Bowl.” The Vikings got off to a strong start this season, going 6-0 prior to their recent losses. However, their recent consecutive losses started to shine a spotlight on their weaknesses. With Cousins now their starting quarterback, the Vikings have a reliable figure who can run their offence, and it could let them unlock their true offensive potential for the remainder of the season. ‘He’s been broken’ – NFL fans are worried as Klint Kubiak footage shared after Kirk Cousins’ trade ‘It’s time’ – Raiders fans react to Fernando Mendoza being named QB1 after Kirk Cousins trade Kirk Cousins sends short and sweet message to Minnesota Vikings after trade