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Seven things we learned from NFL trade deadline: A $180M Kirk Cousins lesson

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Dunleavy, R. (2026, November 10). Seven things we learned from NFL trade deadline: A $180M Kirk Cousins lesson. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/11/10/sports/the-seven-things-we-learned-from-nfl-trade-deadline-a-180m-kirk-cousins-lesson/

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The article summarizes key takeaways from the NFL trade deadline, focusing on various trades and player movements leading up to Tuesday’s deadline. It highlights the Vikings' decision to bring back quarterback Kirk Cousins as an example illustrating that players may not always find success in new teams, emphasizing that the belief in finding greener pastures does not always hold true.

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The NFL's trade deadline on Tuesday passed without major surprises, as significant trades had already occurred earlier this fall. Notably, the Giants traded for quarterback J.J. McCarthy and the Cowboys signed wide receiver Joey Porter Jr. in September. Meanwhile, the most recent trade saw the Minnesota Vikings re-signing quarterback Kirk Cousins, a move that some see as a reminder that players moving teams may not always find better opportunities. The total value of Cousins' contract is estimated at $180 million over several years. This lack of major deals on the deadline highlights that most significant player movements had already taken place earlier, making Tuesday's actual trade deadline relatively quiet compared to previous years.

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“Both articles discuss the NFL trade deadline and mention Kirk Cousins, but they focus on different aspects: Article A covers lessons from trades leading up to the deadline, while Article B discusses betting trends following the deadline.”

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Nabers said that he would welcome “a simple conversation” with Olsen, who played 14 years in the NFL, if the former tight end wants to reach out.

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The Giants were steadfast about not subtracting from their limited draft capital for a rental, though there is an argument to be made that surrendering a fifth- or sixth-round pick for a defensive tackle who could help the NFL’s No. 28-ranked rushing defense would have sent a message of belief in the team to the locker room and fan base.

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The Giants will have one full practice Tuesday.

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“I got hit on one of the touchdowns and didn’t know that Jalen [Nailor] scored, but I could hear our Raiders fans,” Cousins added.

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So much for the saying that deadlines make deals. asserted

deadlines → make → deals

The best action of the NFL trade deadline happened in the days and weeks leading up to Tuesday’s deadline, whether it was the Giants trading for J.J. McCarthy and the Cowboys adding Joey Porter Jr. in September, or the splash of moves that happened Monday. asserted

that → happen → moves

Here are seven things we learned from the NFL trade deadline: asserted

we → learn → deadline

Let the Vikings/Kirk Cousins reunion be a lesson to others The grass isn’t always greener. asserted

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