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Justin Jefferson Defends Kirk Cousins amid Backlash, Says Vikings QB Is MVP Candidate

Minnesota Vikings star Justin Jefferson took issue with the criticism that's been directed toward teammate Kirk Cousins.

Jefferson said Thursday that "his numbers are right with y'all's MVP candidates":

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All of the Kirk criticism has to stop!! I understand y'all hate the dad swag but come on his numbers are right with y'all's MVP candidates <a href="https://t.co/GOuT4DqwP8">https://t.co/GOuT4DqwP8</a>

In addition to being the starting quarterback of a team that's 12-3, Cousins is fifth in the NFL in passing yards (4,117) and tied for fourth in touchdowns (27). His 51.0 QBR is only good enough for 20th, though, per ESPN.