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Kevin O’Connell was surprisingly noncommittal to Kirk Cousins starting right away

The Vikings have found themselves needing to overcome quarterback injuries all season with Kyler Murray now dealing with a Grade 2 hamstring strain. That ultimately led to Minnesota's aggressive deadline move to bring back Kirk Cousins in exchange for a third-round pick.

Despite the dire quarterback situation before the trade, O’Connell didn't commit to naming Cousins as his starter. He said via Pro Football Talk:

“I do think it’s still too early to commit wholeheartedly to what the plan on Sunday looks like, but I will say [I’m] excited about the opportunity of spending every minute we can between now and then to get him comfortable and allow him to play for us this Sunday."

In all likelihood, it's probably nothing more than some gamesmanship from the Vikings coach. The Packers obviously expect to face Cousins on Sunday, but O’Connell didn't want to come out and say that on Wednesday.

If Cousins doesn't go, the Vikings would have to turn to Carson Wentz who struggled mightily in Monday's loss to the Bills. Wentz was limited in Wednesday's practice session.

I think we all know where this is heading. (Hint: It's Kirk Cousins)

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