EAGAN, Minn. — The comfort and familiarity in Kirk Cousins' return to the Vikings will include the same jersey number.

Minnesota on Thursday announced the quarterback will again wear No. 8, which he donned for the Vikings from 2018-23.

The Vikings (6-2) traded a 2027 third-round pick to the Raiders (4-5) before Tuesday's NFL trade deadline to return Cousins to Minnesota.

A whirlwind week for the four-time Pro Bowler included participating in a media session Wednesday.

Cousins fielded numerous questions, including a lighter one about whether he'd be able to negotiate getting the No. 8 from rookie safety Jakobe Thomas.

Those in possession of Cousins Vikings jerseys will be pleased that no updates will be necessary. Thomas will now wear No. 6.

Minnesota is scheduled to visit Green Bay (6-3) for the 133^rd Border Battle at noon (CT) Sunday in Week 10.

Beckham back on practice squad

The Vikings on Thursday also announced they have re-signed receiver Odell Beckham, Jr., to their practice squad.

Beckham had been signed to Minnesota's 53-man roster on Monday ahead of Minnesota hosting Buffalo.

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