When Kirk Cousins missed the sticks on a crucial fourth down play on Sunday night, Vikings supporters were incensed.
A turnover on downs followed the play, effectively ending Minnesota's season.Since then, Cousins has received heavy support, but there could be more to the story.
He argues that Cousins made the appropriate choice given the tight downfield coverage, particularly for Justin Jefferson, who had three defenders covering him.
It's one thing to watch a game as a spectator, but it's really fascinating to hear advice from a genuine NFL quarterback.
Given the coverage, Kirk Cousins unquestionably made the proper choice. The play call needs to be contested, if anything.
"They could have gotten the 8 yards they needed by taking a hook or a slant route. Play was poorly planned for the number of yards required for a first down, "One supporter replied.
A Twitter user retorted, "So awful play design for the down and he missed the only genuine opportunity he had."
"Does Cousins put it there if Osborn cuts in at the sticks? Before cutting in, I believe Osborn raced too far downfield "The fan conjectured.