What happened: Lindsey Thiry described Justin Jefferson's reaction as "pure joy." Jefferson had previously called the trade "much needed.
Why it matters: The reunion puts the quarterback tied to 28 of Jefferson's career touchdown catches back alongside him. Minnesota entered Sunday at 6-2.
By the numbers: In 2026 through nine games, Cousins completed 202 of 315 passes for 2,340 yards, 20 touchdowns and eight interceptions.
What to watch: Sunday's game will be their first outing together since the trade.