The critics asked, Kirk Cousins answered
Cousins was criticized by many after a disappointing game against the Bears, including wide receiver Adam Thielen, who said “you have to be able to throw the ball” after the game, then later walked back on his comments. However, Cousins gave fans a sign of hope, just when it seemed like the season was taking a downturn. Cousins threw for 306 yards, two touchdown passes and no interceptions against the Giants. The Vikings quarterback showed he could still win games with his arm if need be, and fans and teammates alike looked to be in higher spirits than they were the week before, and that was before they even knew that the victory would be a part of a four-game win streak.