Packers Consider Kirk Cousins as Jordan Love's Backup

0:00On March 27, the Green Bay Packers face a key question heading into the draft, who will back up Jordan Love after losing Malik Willis to the Miami, Dolphins, with the free agent market drying up fast, options are slim. One intriguing idea floating around is signing veteran Kurt Cousins as the primary backup to provide stability if love misses time. Cousins spent six years with the rival Minnesota Vikings facing the Packers twice the season from 2018 to 2023. He then signed a four-year deal worth $180 million with the Atlanta Falcons, but injuries and a surprise draft pick derailed his. Plans. Atlanta cut him after two lackluster seasons, leaving the 37-year-old free agent despite high demand for quarterbacks. Packer spans no Cousins well from those divisional matchups, and the idea has some appeal because Hey Coach Matt LaFleur was his position coach. Early in his career, a proven starter could keep the team competitive without relying on an untested rookie or mid-tier free agent.

1:00That said, challenges remain. Cousins might hesitate to accept the backup role behind an established love, and the salary expectations could land around $8 to $10 million. A year more than the minimum but affordable insurance. Alternatives like drafting someone or pursuing Anthony Richardson exist, but they carry more risk. For now, the Packers weigh these moves as they build depth, hoping to avoid any surprises at the most important position.