Fact check: Was Kirk Cousins recently arrested after an alleged controversial altercation amid his expensive deal with the Las Vegas Raiders? | NFL News
The Las Vegas Raiders’ star player, Kirk Cousins, has been in the news for the last few weeks after he signed an expensive deal with the team.While Kirk Cousins has expressed his gratefulness for the deal, a new rumor about his legal trouble has sparked chaos.
Has Kirk Cousins been arrested after he was allegedly involved in an altercation recently?
No, the Las Vegas Raiders’ star player, Kirk Cousins, has not been arrested for any legal trouble, nor have there been any reports of him engaging in any altercation.In the last few hours, a parody account of NFL insider Adam Schefter on X made a controversial post about Kirk Cousins’ arrest.The post reads as, “#Breaking: New #Raiders veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins has been arrested on Suspicion Of Manslaughter after a altercation involving a firearm Per Source…”This has sparked chaos among fans but the post was made by a parody account and NFL insider Adam Schefter has no link to this.While a few fans have been able to debunk the fake post, millions seem convinced by it.However, the Las Vegas Raiders’ star player Kirk Cousins has maintained his distance from the drama as he has remained silent about the fake speculations.
Kirk Cousins recently signed a pretty expensive deal ahead of the upcoming season
At this point in time, it seems Kirk Cousins is gearing up for the new season after signing a pretty expensive deal with the team.The former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins has officially signed a five-year, $172 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders. His deal includes $11.3 million guaranteed and averages $34.4 million per year.Last month, Kirk Cousins posted a clip on Instagram where he spoke about joining the new team as he said, “Hey Raider Nation, this is Kirk Cousins, just signed today…”The popular quarterback added, “It’s been exciting getting around the facility, meeting some of my new teammates. Thrilled to be able to wear the silver and black and be a part of the pride and tradition of the Raiders. Look forward to seeing you this fall at Allegiant Stadium.”
