NFL Insider gives possible scenario of Matthew Stafford’s trade amid uncertainty over Rams’ QB1 position
NFL Insider reported that the Rams haven’t ruled out the option to trade Matthew Stafford but their priority is to keep him on the team.
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Since the 2024 season ended on a disappointing note for the Los Angeles Rams, they aim to revitalize the team, mainly the quarterback room. Although Matthew Stafford dismissed the speculations about his future with the team by affirming his return for another season, uncertainty still looms over his head. And if Tom Pelissero were to ask, the possibility of potential trade is quite real.
While it’s undeniable that the Rams have the potential to emerge as Super Bowl contenders in the near future, all they need is to address the obstacles they face along the way. The franchise seems to be growing worried about the quarterback situation, which an NFL Insider reported is becoming a significant concern for them.
While appearing on the Rich Eisen Show on Friday, NFL Insider Pelissero addressed the ongoing headlines concerning Stafford’s future in Los Angeles. Stating that the franchise hasn’t ruled out the option of trade, he reported that the Rams are looking forward to having the veteran quarterback for another campaign.
I’d certainly say anything’s possible. I believe that the intention on all sides is for Matthew Stafford to be a Ram, but he’s not playing for the numbers that’s on the books right now and with the number of other teams that are all going to be looking to solidify their quarterback situations as soon as possible.
Tom Pelissero said
After Matthew Stafford's future was a talking point for much of last offseason, the #Rams hope to have clarity on his situation sooner this time around:https://t.co/pF3XCGSRHC
— Pro Football Rumors (@pfrumors) January 24, 2025
Having said that, Stafford’s contract extension remains a topic of discussion as his agent Jimmy Sexton, and the Rams are yet to reach a common agreement with a crucial question of whether to make a “multi-year” contract or just a “one-year” chance to see how the season proceeds.
Matthew Stafford’s successor on the horizon
Although both parties have settled to continue for another season, the Rams need to think about the future aka Stafford’s successor. Even if the veteran quarterback signs a multi-year contract, his growing age ought to catch up with him as it has already begun showing signs.
Since they do not have a good draft pick, Pro Football Network has projected them to use a third-round pick to acquire Texas Longhorns signal-caller Quinn Ewers as a potential successor to the 36-year-old. His arm talent and exceptional pedigree could be a great deal for them, especially if they plan to develop him behind Stafford.
Earlier in the season, Ewers was projected to be a first-round pick but after some consistency he showed in the 2024 season, he has dropped to third round. Perhaps all he needs is the right team and guidance to flourish into a top talent in the league that the Rams can provide.
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