WR Cooper Kupp Says the Team Intends to Trade Him
Cooper Kupp Announces Trade Plans on Social Media
Receiver Cooper Kupp says the Los Angeles Rams are attempting to trade him after eight seasons with the club, and he doesn’t like the move.
The Super Bowl 56 MVP made the announcement on social media, saying the Rams told him they “will be seeking a trade immediately and will be working with me and my family to find the right place to continue competing for championships.”
Kupp’s Response
“I was informed that the team will be seeking a trade immediately and will be working with me and my family to find the right place to continue competing for championships. I don’t agree with the decision and always believed it was going to begin and end in LA. Still, if there’s one thing that I have learned over the years: there are so many things that are out of your control, but it is how you respond to these things that you will look back on and remember,” Kupp wrote.
Rams’ Decision
The Rams took calls on Kupp’s availability in October after they started the season 1-4, but they elected to keep him. Los Angeles’ front office is not sentimental about its stars: General manager Les Snead traded or released Jared Goff, Todd Gurley, and Robert Woods in recent years before their own massive contract extensions had even kicked in.
Kupp’s Career
Kupp usually has been a prolific receiver whenever healthy for the Rams, who drafted him in the third round out of Eastern Washington a few months after hiring Sean McVay as their head coach.
Kupp has been a centerpiece of McVay’s offensive game plans throughout his career, catching 634 passes for 7,776 yards and 57 touchdowns.
Conclusion
The Rams’ decision to trade Kupp comes as a surprise to many, but it’s not the first time the team has parted ways with a star player. Kupp’s future plans are unclear, but he seems to be taking the news in stride, focusing on the next chapter of his career.
FAQs
* What is the reason for the trade?
+ The Rams are seeking to trade Kupp due to salary cap concerns and a desire to rebuild their roster.
* What will happen to Kupp’s contract?
+ Kupp is signed for the next two seasons as part of his three-year, $80.1 million contract extension.
* Who will replace Kupp as the Rams’ top receiver?
+ Puka Nacua is expected to take on a larger role, with the team also considering other options to replace Kupp’s production.
