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Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz fantasy football takes on Kirk Cousins
Every source-backed video insight STACKED has extracted from Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz about Kirk Cousins.
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All Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz insights about Kirk Cousins
PositiveProjectionOct 7, 2026
Playing great ball for the Raiders, supporting a more fantasy-friendly passing offense than expected despite the offensive line's struggles in the run game.PositiveProjectionOct 6, 2026
Ian Hartitz ranks Kirk Cousins as QB13, admitting he was initially too low on the quarterback. Cousins is currently "absolutely crushing it" with 19.7 fantasy points per game (10th highest) and is providing strong value as the current QB9. Hartitz praises his recent performance, including his off-script playmaking ability, despite a tough upcoming schedule.NegativeProjectionSep 22, 2026
Ranked as QB28, Kirk Cousins is coming off back-to-back games with three touchdown passes even without Brock Bowers, but Ian Hartitz is not expecting the good times to continue given his lack of a rushing floor and a tough upcoming matchup against the Saints defense.NegativeProjectionSep 10, 2026
Ian Hartitz states that Brock Bowers' injury will not help his plan to keep Kirk Cousins benched in favor of Fernando Mendoza. Hartitz has been adamant that Cousins should not be started until the line reaches 5.5 points before considering Mendoza. With Bowers out, the Raiders' offense is weakened, making Cousins a less attractive start. Hartitz projects the Raiders to go 1-3 in their first four weeks (losses to Dolphins, Chargers, Saints, and Chiefs) before potentially starting Cousins in week five against New England.PositiveUsageSep 9, 2026
Ian Hartitz highlights that Kyle Pitts averaged over 16 PPR points per game from weeks 12 through 18 last season when Kirk Cousins was under center, providing a positive outlook for tight ends in that offense.NegativeProjectionSep 6, 2026
Ranked as QB 30, Kirk Cousins is limited by a lack of pass-catching options; Ian Hartitz notes that while Brock Bowers should have a great year, it likely won't boost Cousins' fantasy value.NegativeProjectionAug 14, 2026
Kirk Cousins serves as the historical benchmark for the Vikings' offense, with his high completion percentage on quick-out routes to Justin Jefferson setting the standard for the rhythm and execution required in Kevin O'Connell's system. His productive chemistry with Jefferson, including high-leverage contested catches, remains a reference point for the team's passing success.