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Anne Erickson

Matthew Stafford Was Almost Traded to This Team – And It Could Still Happen

By Anne Erickson
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 30: Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams and wife Kelly Hall react after defeating the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship Game at SoFi Stadium on January 30, 2022 in Inglewood, California. The Rams defeated the 49ers 20-17. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Rumors have been swirling that the LA Rams have been keen on trading Matthew Stafford, even though he just won them a Super Bowl a year ago. This isn’t super surprising, as the Rams haven’t been known for their loyalty.

But, as of this week, it appear Stafford is still with the Rams, and he’s have another $57 million fully guaranteed going into the upcoming season.

However, things could have gone very different. And, there is still a possibility of that.

  • The Rams were looking to trade, sources say

    According to Profootballtalk.nbcsports.com, “the Rams would have (we’re told) welcomed the opportunity to trade Stafford.” They add that there’s also still speculation that Stafford will retire, even though he has come out and said that won’t happen.

    Los Angeles Rams v Tampa Bay Buccaneers

    TAMPA, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 06: Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams runs off the field during halftime of a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on November 06, 2022 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

  • Here's what got in the way of a Stafford trade

    Again, our sources at Profootballtalk.nbcsports.com state that, “If Aaron Rodgers hadn’t decided to join the Jets, Stafford could have become the Plan B, if he would have been willing to go to New York.” It’s crazy to think that Stafford could have become a Jet, just a few years after leaving Detroit.

    Las Vegas Raiders v Los Angeles Rams

    INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 08: Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams warms up prior to the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at SoFi Stadium on December 08, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

  • The future

    Chances are, Stafford will stay in LA for the upcoming season. But the Aaron Rodgers and Jets deal is far from complete, multiple sources say, so there’s a possibility it won’t go through. However, it does look like a better bet that Rodgers will head to the Jets, and Stafford will stay in LA.

    Los Angeles Rams v Tampa Bay Buccaneers

    TAMPA, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 06: Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams throws a pass in the fourth quarter of a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on November 06, 2022 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

  • Packers rumors

    Of course, there are also rumors that Stafford could go to the Packers. Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network says this: “The #Packers and #Jets continue to negotiate on an Aaron Rodgers trade but have not yet agreed to trade terms, per sources. Green Bay isn’t looking for multiple first-round picks like other QBs (Russell Wilson, Matthew Stafford) have commanded in recent years. Talks ongoing.” Read more on that below.

    Is Matthew Stafford Going to the Packers?

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