4 Vikings quarterback plans that make the most sense after Kirk Cousins left for the Falcons

We won’t know the full fallout of Kirk Cousins joining the Atlanta Falcons until he’s actually started throwing passes in Atlanta’s uniform. (However, I’d expect them to be VERY good.)

For now, we can understand that his addition kind of screws the Chicago Bears’ trade market for Justin Fields and will force the Minnesota Vikings to start making an earnest plan in life without their ex-veteran starter. The latter of which will be particularly challenging, as Minnesota isn’t exactly in a prime position to rip everything from the studs and rebuild. This is one of the NFL teams sitting in a middle ground, potentially more likely closer to relevance rather than having the bottom come out from under it.

In the wake of Cousins’ departure, let’s take a look at some feasible quarterback options for Minnesota. Warning: Some are inspired. Some are, well … it’s only for a year!