Matthew Stafford Contract Status

[Memphis Ram]

Wolf drafted him and is still there. And yeah I think Vrabel with his QB history is going to value having a backup QB.

All teams do. Well most.

But, Milton isn't the only backup option and if he has value to another team it would make sense to explore that to see if it's possible if moving him might provide an opportunity for assets to improve the team.

Trade asset(s) from Milton + veteran backup free agent > Joe Milton alone sitting on the bench.

If in 2016 Jared Goff showed the promise that Drake Maye showed his rookie season and the Rams had also used a 6th round pick on Nate Sudfeld that same year (who completed 19 of 23 passes in his only rookie only action) and a team called McSnead inquiring about the latter and McSnead didn't entertain an offer because of one game I'd think they would be nuts. Goff is clearly my franchise QB and Sudfeld could be a tradable asset who could be replaced by a veteran who could help Goff, my franchise QB. Everything would and should go towards building up the franchise QB.

 

[So Ram]

Sure injuries happens. No one says that they should go into the season with only one QB. That's why I mentioned signing the veteran backup. A backup who at this time would probably be better than the raw Milton.

And how do you know how much they clearly value Milton? We have no idea. They've got an entirely new coaching staff in New England. It's doubtful that the new regime is already so tied to a 6th round pick where he's untouchable.

I’ll say this from Rumors & Reunions. Saw AD99 talking about how great Stafford is.

Then the rumors when the Giants came out the Headlines was Steelers as well.

There was a rumor that Kupp was going to be traded & the Steelers name came up.We know from what Kupp said at the end of the season that he was playing in 2025 & he didn’t know where ? He is under contract with the Rams. Then The Rams say he is GONE !!

Kelly does her thing,but used Kupp as an example to moving on ?? Once again just connecting dots.Not sure what it all means ,but I’ll just about Guarantee 1 of the 2 Rams if not both end up in Pittsburgh!!!

This is just what caught my attention & was hoping it was the MLB Smith instead.Which brings me to a team that is opening up CAP SPACE & doesn’t have a starting QB!! Has a HC that needs & wants to WIN NOW !!

Steelers release LB Smith in cap-saving move

The Steelers released outside linebacker Preston Smith on Friday, a move that saves them more than $13 million in 2025 cap space.

www.espn.com

 

[Merlin]

What's interesting to me is reading across many platforms it really seems that fans are higher on Rourke than the "experts" are. Even McShay above has him above Rourke and he's not the only one I've seen that on. This site which is a combo of each group has them 10 picks apart.

Rourke's one of those non-elite arm strength studs in the backfield. He's confident in the pocket, smooth handler of the ball on fakes and flips to the weapons, reads and adjusts well at the LOS, and sees well downfield. It's a shame those two ACLs means he's not gonna be considered strongly by teams. He'll be a good backup though and will eventually get a shot but his knee won't hold up.


View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVI_J-b0w4s

 

[So Ram]

Like I said as well, Justin Fields might be a nice QB to put in The Rams QB room as well.It is a poor QB class & Jimmy G know the Rams offense. I’ll keep floating that idea,but it’s still alive .

Crazier things have happened & he does have upside. Saying that he might be available because of Cap Space to get Stafford and or Kupp ?
Then again maybe the Steelers role with Fields ??

 

[Merlin]

Oh also and btw every time I watch Indiana I think to myself "that kid Sarratt's a nice looking wideout." UDFA projection from what I've read in the draft. Also he was a returner in high school.

 

[Merlin]

It is crazy as the team isn't ready to win yet. Stafford's not the final piece of all that ails the Giants. Besides, Stafford could play one season and retire. Plus, they've got to pay him a huge deal? That would be a horrible trade for the Giants.

They haven't won because they don't have a QB. Finding a QB is never a horrible trade for a team.

That division is going to go through Washington for the forseeable future because they did find a QB. Stafford would challenge that.

And again as I said they're not gonna make that trade. But acting like the 3 overall is some fucking golden ticket is nonsense. It's a devalued 3 overall in fact because QB this year sucks ballsack at the top.

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

I think Ward is as good as any qb to come out lately. Has a wicked fast release. Not impressed with Sanders

Ward would drive McVay insane.

I can't say that I'm a fan of any QB in this draft class.

If they deal Stafford I think they should go with Garoppolo. And competition would involve either bringing in 25 year old Zack Wilson or trading for Joe Milton.


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I agree, the more I look at them the less impressed I am. At this point I won’t waste anymore time on that position.

Just read an article where a NFL writer floated a Steelers deal that could look like a swap of 26 for 21, plus the Steelers 2nd in 25', plus a 2nd in 26' that could be elevated to a 1st if Stafford takes 65% of the snaps in 25'

That would seem reasonable.

If the Rams trade Stafford it should be for more than that. Losing a top QB is a huge blow to a team that nearly made the Super Bowl.

They haven't won because they don't have a QB. Finding a QB is never a horrible trade for a team.

That division is going to go through Washington for the forseeable future because they did find a QB. Stafford would challenge that.

And again as I said they're not gonna make that trade. But acting like the 3 overall is some fucking golden ticket is nonsense. It's a devalued 3 overall in fact because QB this year sucks ballsack at the top.

Agreed. In this years draft third overall for a QB needy team isn’t a golden ticket like some people make it out to be.

This years third is not as valuable as last years third. Last years number three pick would have netted a much better return in a trade.

 

[Memphis Ram]

They haven't won because they don't have a QB. Finding a QB is never a horrible trade for a team.

That division is going to go through Washington for the forseeable future because they did find a QB. Stafford would challenge that.

And again as I said they're not gonna make that trade. But acting like the 3 overall is some fucking golden ticket is nonsense. It's a devalued 3 overall in fact because QB this year sucks ballsack at the top.

They don't have the OLine for the QB either.

And again, Stafford might only be there for one season. One season. There may not be a QB worthy of the selection, but #3 overall selection could possibly be a potential generational talent like Abdul Carter or Travis Hunter who the team would have for many seasons. Many seasons. And for less money than they'd pay Stafford.

 

[El Chapo Jr]

Two words for you.

Injuries happen

You do not trade away a backup QB for no reason other than you want another draft pick. If the team didn't like Big Joe they don't draft him in the same draft as Maye. They saw the value they saw the talent and they spent a pick on him. To think they would then turn around and get rid of a 2nd QB they clearly value just make absolutely zero sense.

I agree, especially when that QB is on a cheap ass contract. Sorry to say, but it's downright stupid to trade that away. The only time to consider that type of move is if that team is a move or 2 away from being a Superbowl contender. Also Maye has literally played one season. Stroud looked awesome his rookie year then came crashing back down hard in year 2. Could happen to Maye or he could get injured. A decent backup, cheap backup is good to have. I see this move being discussed more so as he gets to the end of his contract as long as Maye has proven himself further to be the future.

 

[Varg6]

I do. I’m just not saying.

Well that’s just mean

 

[Memphis Ram]

Agreed. In this years draft third overall for a QB needy team isn’t a golden ticket like some people make it out to be.

This years third is not as valuable as last years third. Last years number three pick would have netted a much better return in a trade.

But it doesn't have to be a valuable as last year's #3. It's still valuable.

I think sometimes we have to look at things from the other team's perspective.

If the Rams didn't have a QB and had the #3 overall selection in a QB weak draft. Would you trade that selection for a 37 year old Matt Stafford who could retire after just one season and pay him a huge contract at that? Quite frankly I wouldn't even consider it.

 

[El Chapo Jr]

Ward would drive McVay insane.

I agree, the more I look at them the less impressed I am. At this point I won’t waste anymore time on that position.

If the Rams trade Stafford it should be for more than that. Losing a top QB is a huge blow to a team that nearly made the Super Bowl.

Agreed. In this years draft third overall for a QB needy team isn’t a golden ticket like some people make it out to be.

This years third is not as valuable as last years third. Last years number three pick would have netted a much better return in a trade.

Why does everyone keep thinking the #3 pick automatically means QB? I think that is not wise at all. I'm willing to bet the Rams would go the bridge vet QB route, trade back to accumulate more draft wealth to fill even more positions to make the team way better overall depth wise.

 

[den-the-coach]

Have you seen him this past season? Supposedly he made some improvements.

Transferred to Syracuse so that is a few hours away from my backyard so I was able to watch all of his games. Had a great year although struggled against certain defense (5 interceptions against Pitt) but one thing I was impressed by him, he never really elaborated on leaving Ohio State and interceptions and negative plays do not deter him, he can take a licking and keep on ticking.

 

[Memphis Ram]

I agree, especially when that QB is on a cheap ass contract. Sorry to say, but it's downright stupid to trade that away. The only time to consider that type of move is if that team is a move or 2 away from being a Superbowl contender. Also Maye has literally played one season. Stroud looked awesome his rookie year then came crashing back down hard in year 2. Could happen to Maye or he could get injured. A decent backup, cheap backup is good to have. I see this move being discussed more so as he gets to the end of his contract as long as Maye has proven himself further to be the future.

Anyone watching Stroud can see what happened to him. His interior OLine stunk out loud and he was getting killed. Couple that with the WR injuries and he probably did better than what he should have done. But, still Stroud had a great rookie season.

Milton on the other hand had one good game vs. a Bills team playing lots of backups as they were already set for the playoffs.

From there he's become a viable backup and untradable.

 

[dang]

Oh also and btw every time I watch Indiana I think to myself "that kid Sarratt's a nice looking wideout." UDFA projection from what I've read in the draft. Also he was a returner in high school.

I posted in another thread. Elijah Sarratt would be a great UDFA. He moved from St Francis (??) to JMU (my Alma Mater) to Indiana and not only excelled with each step. He improved the offense for each team.

 

[El Chapo Jr]

Anyone watching Stroud can see what happened to him. His interior OLine stunk out load and he was getting killed. Couple that with the WR injuries and he probably did better than what he should have done. But, still Stroud had a great rookie season.

Milton had one good game vs. a Bills team playing lots of backups as they were already set for the playoffs.

From there he's become a viable backup and untradable.

So Stroud still struggled right? He couldn't quite elevate his team as great as he did last year. Stroud had a down year vs last year no matter how you slice that. I'm also not on record saying Milton is not tradeable at all, but you said it yourself, one game. The Patriots wouldn't get a top notch pick for that, so that's really the most laughable part. Saying someone is the franchise after 1 year is beyond dumb. I seem to remember a really good player we had in Sam Bradford that won rookie of the year and eventually flamed out. I get his downfall was due to injuries, but there is no way to tell if a player will hit any bad luck in any shape or manner. I personally think Maye is legit, but front offices still have to be smart about having pieces in place to make sure they have other options if something unforseen happens. Why draft Milton in the same draft as Maye? Oh shit, sounds like they are covering their bases lol.

 

[PhillyRam]

Can't wait for their DT episode! I didn't know McShay was doing this with Mench

Who is the Mench guy?

 

[El Chapo Jr]

I posted in another thread. Elijah Sarratt would be a great UDFA. He moved from St Francis (??) to JMU (my Alma Mater) to Indiana and not only excelled with each step. He improved the offense for each team.

I still want to draft Efton Chism lol

 

[PhillyRam]

Ward would drive McVay insane.

I agree, the more I look at them the less impressed I am. At this point I won’t waste anymore time on that position.

If the Rams trade Stafford it should be for more than that. Losing a top QB is a huge blow to a team that nearly made the Super Bowl.

Agreed. In this years draft third overall for a QB needy team isn’t a golden ticket like some people make it out to be.

This years third is not as valuable as last years third. Last years number three pick would have netted a much better return in a trade.

Getting a #2 and a #1 (assuming Stafford just has a decent year in Pittsburgh) plus moving up 5 spots in this draft that could land you one of the top DL, WR, TE, etc... or gives you more room to move back and add more picks, isn't a bad deal.

You think you should get more than a #1 & #2 for a 37 yr old QB?

 

[den-the-coach]

Rourke's one of those non-elite arm strength studs in the backfield. He's confident in the pocket, smooth handler of the ball on fakes and flips to the weapons, reads and adjusts well at the LOS, and sees well downfield. It's a shame those two ACLs means he's not gonna be considered strongly by teams. He'll be a good backup though and will eventually get a shot but his knee won't hold up.


View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVI_J-b0w4s

Seem to shrink like a Violet when he stepped up in class. Also I need to see more of him and watch some YouTube when he was at Ohio.