Veteran NFL quarterback Kirk Cousins has secured a new major contract with the Las Vegas Raiders, but it was his wife, Julie Cousins, who grabbed attention off the field with a heartfelt and unexpected gesture.
Shortly after Cousins finalised his new deal, reportedly structured as a one-year, $20 million agreement that can be expanded up to $172 million, Julie marked the moment by offering a glimpse into the family’s transition to Las Vegas.
Julie Cousins’ shared a Raiders-themed gift. “Got some exciting mail today… can’t wait to rock our new team’s gear!!!! Shoutout to them for overnighting this to us,” she wrote.
The post drew attention online.
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{{/usCountry}}Cousins married Julie Hampton in 2014 after getting engaged in 2013. The couple have two sons.
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Raiders take a strategic approach
Cousins’ deal is being viewed as a flexible investment by the Raiders. While only the upcoming season is guaranteed, the structure allows the franchise to evaluate the quarterback before committing to a long-term arrangement.
At 37, Cousins brings experience and stability, potentially serving as both a starter and mentor as the team looks toward future quarterback development.
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Head coach Klint Kubiak talked about a measured approach. “Ideally, you don’t want him to start day one,” Kubiak said. “You’d love him to be able to learn behind somebody. That’s in a perfect world. It doesn’t always work out that way.”
He added that development can benefit from observation, noting it helps when a player can “sit behind a mature adult and watch how they run the show.”
Cousins has enjoyed a consistent NFL career since 2012, emerging from Washington to become a reliable starter. He gained prominence with the Minnesota Vikings, delivering multiple 4,000-yard seasons and a playoff win.
After a stint with the Atlanta Falcons, he now joins the Raiders.
By Roshan Tony