Kirk Cousins is determined to maintain his durability as his future with the Vikings remains unclear

When Kirk Cousins takes the first snap for the Minnesota Vikings in their season opener, he'll move into third place on the franchise's all-time list for games started by a quarterback. One of the NFL's most scrutinized players, whose value to the Vikings and within the league has been the source of intense debate since he signed a groundbreaking contract five years ago, Cousins has unquestionably checked the box in one of the sport's most critical categories: durability. Entering his age-35 season, Cousins is determined not to lose it.