Kirk Cousins’ Hometown Turning On Him Over Vaccine Stance

Kirk Cousins has been saying some pretty cringe-worthy things since the pandemic started last year. And he hasn’t changed his tune since the vaccine has become readily available prior to this season.

After having to sit out due to COVID protocol this week, Cousins pointed to ‘personal reasons’ for not receiving the vaccine. He even said that he was willing to box himself in plexiglass so the virus couldn’t get to him again.

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After his remarks, some establishments in Kirk Cousins’ hometown of Holland, Mich are cutting ties with the veteran quarterback.

Cousins had been the spokesperson for Holland Hospital. But after his questionable comments about COVID, they’ll be moving off their partnership.

“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, via WHTC. “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.

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The statement by Holland Hospital on their Kirk Cousins decision continued.

“The clear recommendation from the CDC and leading medical experts is that the COVID vaccine is safe, effective and the best defense against becoming infected with the virus. Evidence also indicates that vaccinated individuals may be less likely to carry and transmit the virus to others including children, family members and friends.

“For these reasons, Holland Hospital has and will continue to strongly recommend the COVID vaccine to those who are eligible to receive it. It is important that Holland Hospital maintain the trusted reputation we have earned for providing consistent, truthful information and evidence-based health care guidance.”

Kirk Cousins has stood by his guns throughout the whole pandemic, and now he’s losing some of his hometown connections because of it.

He’ll likely be fine without Holland Hospital in his corner, though.

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