Matthew Stafford Stays With Rams While Cooper Kupp Faces Uncertain Future
The Rams restructured Stafford's contract for 2025, but are exploring trade options for wide receiver Cooper Kupp.
- Quarterback Matthew Stafford has agreed to a restructured contract with the Los Angeles Rams, ensuring his return for a fifth season with the team.
- Stafford's decision to stay followed discussions with other teams, including the Raiders and Giants, but he ultimately chose continuity with the Rams organization.
- Head coach Sean McVay expressed relief and emphasized Stafford's leadership as crucial for the team's success moving forward.
- The Rams are actively seeking trade options for wide receiver Cooper Kupp, citing salary cap considerations and team restructuring efforts.
- Kupp, a former Super Bowl MVP, has been informed by the team of their intent to trade him, though McVay left the possibility of his return open if no trade materializes.