Kirk Cousins showcased his leadership by incredibly guiding the Minnesota Vikings to back-to-back wins after a rough start to the season. His impressive leadership and clutch performances solidified his role as a hero for the team. Unfortunately, a season-ending injury during their Week 8 matchup against the Green Bay Packers halted their momentum.
Besides the injury setback, Cousins has another headache as his contract is expiring soon. He now faces an uncertain future, possibly exploring new team opportunities. Despite the professional turmoil, the signal-caller finds solace in family time with his kids.
Video: Kirk Cousins enjoys wrestling with his kids
Kirk Cousins may be sidelined from football activities due to a season-ending Achilles tear, but that hasn’t stopped him from enjoying quality time with his family, especially with his kids. Despite the setback, he is finding joy in wrestling matches with his children.
In a recent video shared by his wife, Julie Cousins, the quarterback is seen giving his two sons, Turner and Cooper, a piggyback ride. However, amid the playful interaction, one of the children accidentally steps on his injured leg, prompting him to humorously point out, “Hey, don’t stand on my Achilles.”
The innocence of childhood shines through as one of the kids responds with curiosity, asking, “Which one is your Achilles?”
The signal-caller’s children serve as a source of motivation and joy during his recovery from the injury. His commitment to family extends beyond playful wrestling matches. In a recent Instagram story, he shared a video of his son Cooper making a leaping catch, jokingly referring to him as “the only receiver I get to throw to this weekend.” It’s evident that his children’s enthusiasm for the game brings him immense joy.
Kirk Cousins also earlier expressed his desire for his children to be a part of his football journey. While they may not fully grasp the intricacies of the sport yet, he looks forward to sharing these experiences with them as they grow older. He cherishes these experiences and hopes to create lasting memories that his children will look back on fondly, appreciating the unique bond they share through his love for football.
Kirk Cousins injury update
Kirk Cousins provided an update on his injury during an interview with CBS Sports on January 30. The QB, who underwent his first-ever surgery, described the healing process as “an interesting journey” but expressed optimism about his recovery.
“I haven’t been injured this severely in a long time. This was my first ever surgery of my life, so there was a lot that was unknown and new, but it’s been a positive process. We are two and a half months in since surgery, and I kind of kept waiting for the setback or the frustration with the rehab, but it’s been a positive.”
On January 26, NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero provided encouraging news about the Vikings star’s progress, reporting that the quarterback is ahead of schedule and expected to resume throwing in a matter of weeks.
The injury occurred during a crucial moment in the game against the Packers when Cousins attempted to evade pressure in the pocket. Unfortunately, his right leg buckled, resulting in a sack by Packers defensive tackle Kenny Clark. Cousins had already amassed impressive statistics in the season, with 2,331 passing yards and 18 touchdowns in just eight games.
