[ramman2999]

Didnt the Ravens do this with Lamar Jackson? Who some would argue is the best player in the league? Some would argue is the best Quarterback in the league?

1. Is this a Quarterback for Quarterback trade Matthew Stafford for Trevor Lawrence.


2. Is this most realistic what Rams want Matthew Stafford to the New York Giants for the number 4 pick????

Which in all likelyhood would be Cam Ward.

3. Stafford stay and get paid. Could see it happening.

4. My thing is they will look to Quarterback needed teams gauge interest Raiders Giants Jets and see what they can get. I still think they want Ward.

5. Sign Stafford Keep Stafford and just draft Sheduer Sanders when he falls to you.

[Dare]

They seemed to have given Stafford and his agent permission to work out a deal elsewhere, subject to a trade agreement with the Rams. I think it's a good move as it will set the height of his worth. I honestly expect the market to be far more limited than projected by the media simply because of what Stafford wants in terms of team and money.

When I look around the NFL, sure there are a lot of teams that would want Stafford. That said how many could meet his contract expectations and more importantly be somewhere he would want to play for two years? That narrows the field tremendously, and IMO the Rams know it.

I honestly think the odds are really even (50/50) whether he stays or goes. The one thing working for the Rams in terms of actually trading Stafford is that teams will look at how a good but not elite Rams team in 2021 won a SB immediately. That is the teaser that will drive the potential trade. Realistically how many teams fall into that category?

If the Vikings are willing to put off a legitimate SB run for a year or two they could start a raw McCarthy because even Hurts needed a few years. The Vikings are close and they know it and I think that will drive their willingness to deal. They could have played it safe by extending Darnold but they didn't.

That said what the Rams do really won't change, other than giving them draft flexibility. Regardless of who starts for the Rams at QB1 in 2025, it's very likely they will simply be a placeholder for the next franchise QB, most likely taken in the draft in the first round as expressed by Snead himself. I don't expect the rookie to start this coming season but be good enough to be QB2 as both Jimmy G and Stafford have injury concerns.

[ramsman34]

As the silly season continues…add the Raiders to the mix.

https://www.raidersbeat.com/report-call ... e-raiders/

Trading Stafford for a second round pick just seems stupid as hell.

[WaddyWasWideOpen]

according to the internet Matt has made 364 million just from NFL teams, so not counting endorsement money. Guess its not enough for him.

[PARAM]

Trading Stafford just seems stupid as hell.

Fixed it for you!!!!

[AvengerRam]

according to the internet Matt has made 364 million just from NFL teams, so not counting endorsement money. Guess its not enough for him.

"How many yachts can you water ski behind? How much is enough?"

"It's not a question of enough, pal. It's a Zero Sum game – somebody wins, somebody loses."

- Wall Street

I think that's how many in sports think (certainly, the agents do). Players also seem to equate money with "respect."

I'd like to think that, if was me, I'd be willing to trade some $$$ for the sake of legacy, continuity, loyalty and public persona. However, I've never been in a position in which the trade-off is in the seven to eight figure range.

What I do know, though, is that, if this is resolved, everyone will go back to not worrying about the money (as long as Stafford stays healthy and performs, that is!).

[actionjack]

"How many yachts can you water ski behind? How much is enough?"

"It's not a question of enough, pal. It's a Zero Sum game – somebody wins, somebody loses."

- Wall Street

I think that's how many in sports think (certainly, the agents do). Players also seem to equate money with "respect."

I'd like to think that, if was me, I'd be willing to trade some $$$ for the sake of legacy, continuity, loyalty and public persona. However, I've never been in a position in which the trade-off is in the seven to eight figure range.

What I do know, though, is that, if this is resolved, everyone will go back to not worrying about the money (as long as Stafford stays healthy and performs, that is!).

Look no further then Tom Brady. He wasnt the highest paid all the time, had good contracts but didnt break the bank.

[Dare]

Another day and rumors around another team surface as a potential trade partner. When I looked at their cap they certainly have the financial means should they wish to use it.

Las Vegas has about $99M in cap space because they unloaded a crap load of players. That said they hired old man Carroll who is obviously in win now mode. They hold the #7 pick which would be hard for the Rams to ignore. Reportedly they would want both Stafford and Kupp for that pick along with the Rams 26. If they give both the #7 and #37 pick the Rams would be foolish not to take it. The problem is would Stafford accept the trade? He wouldn't have to sell his homes in LA that much is for sure. They could simply rent in Vegas. He would be playing for money not another ring, but Vegas can spread the hit over 4 years though perhaps the final two would be void years.

In the AFCW the Raiders would need both Stafford and Kupp to be immediately competitive. It would be win / win for both franchises. The sticking point would be Stafford, Kupp IMO would welcome staying paired with Matt. A new indoor stadium with a good fan base could be better than most landing spots. It also moves both Stafford and Kupp to the AFC and not strengthening a potential NFC opponent.

Yeah, two high picks would be the way to go. However there is the prospect that the Raiders would offer the #s 37 and 68th picks. But even those would fit nicely into the Rams draft plans as both are high in the second and third rounds while the Rams retain the #26.

It's an interesting thought if it has legs.

[Zen_Ronin]

According to Breer, Stafford and his agent have been talking to other teams since Superbowl week, and Breer seems to think the offers Stafford got only made him more resolute in his belief that he should stand pat on wanting $50mil+.

[rams74]

According to Breer, Stafford and his agent have been talking to other teams since Superbowl week, and Breer seems to think the offers Stafford got only made him more resolute in his belief that he should stand pat on wanting $50mil+.

So if the Rams were hoping Stafford's agent would find a trade partner, then that's one thing. But if they were legitimately looking for a justification to pay Stafford $50M+, seems like they've got it.

Pay the man. I don't get the hand-wringing.