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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.

Jan 19, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) runs onto the field prior to the game against the Philadelphia Eagles in a 2025 NFC divisional round game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images/File Photo
Rams head coach Sean McVay calls a play during an NFL football NFC divisional playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)
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Overview

  • 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.