Full disclosure: this one is based off some speculation from yours truly. From my perspective, Rick Spielman is making moves to help with the next Kirk Cousins extension.
Allow me to explain myself.
Our old friend Captain Kirk has just completed his initial three-year deal in Minnesota. In 2021, Cousins will be entering the first year of his two-year extension. Over the Cap suggests that he will count for $31 million against the cap. Next season, that number grows to $45 million. Now, we need to remember that not every NFL dollar is created equal (as OTC has suggested at various points). $31 million in the Covid Cap is a ton. If the cap grows to well over $200 million in 2022, then the $45…
