Kirk Cousins Loses Sponsorship Over Vaccine Decision: Report

Kirk Cousins has lost a sponsorship over his decision to not get the COVID-19 vaccine. Holland Hospital, which is based in Holland, Michigan, announced Friday it will cut ties with the Minnesota Vikings quarterback.

"While we acknowledge that each person is entitled to their own viewpoints, those who speak on our behalf must support messages that align with the hospital’s position on matters of vital importance to individual and community health," the hospital said in a statement to the Holland Sentinel.

"For this reason, Holland Hospital will discontinue using Kirk Cousins as our spokesperson for now. We are proud of our association with Kirk. He embodies many values we respect and share as part of our work culture. However, we must be certain that our communications about COVID vaccination are consistent and unequivocal."

Cousins had to miss four spring training practices after one of the backup quarterbacks, rookie Kellen Mond, tested positive for COVID-19.

Cousins did not test positive for the virus. However, under NFL COVID-19 rules, unvaccinated players can still be sidelined if they spent time around another player who later tests positive.

Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer said he is "frustrated" with his unvaccinated players.

Read more at the Holland Sentinel.