After the Los Angeles Rams’ win over the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday Night Football, the chances of the Pittsburgh Steelers (or any other team) trading Cooper Kupp went down, but the Steelers and Rams are still considering trading Kupp. We’ve had discussions. According to The Athletic’s Deanna Russini. Three teams, the Steelers, Chiefs and Bills, have contacted the Rams or the Rams have contacted them about a possible trade for Kupp.
“I spoke with multiple league officials who have discussed trading the 31-year-old receiver with the Rams. The Chiefs (prior to the Hopkins trade), Bills, and Steelers are the teams that have called LA or that LA is considering a trade scenario. One of the teams I have contacted to discuss,” Russini wrote.
She also added that the Rams were reluctant to pay a portion of Kupp’s salary as part of a trade, and that Kupp’s acquisition price has increased since Thursday night. The Rams are now 3-4 and Kupp caught five balls for 51 yards and a touchdown in the win.
“The Rams toyed with paying a small portion of Kupp’s salary to make the trade more palatable, but informed most suitors that this was not an option…Thursday night, a healthy Kupp Count on this after looking like a reasonable version of yourself: The team is in talks with the Rams about trading him, but the price has only just gone up. method above. “
If you ask me, it sounds like the Rams are much less willing to move Kupp after a win against a strong Vikings team that could get their season back on track. In addition to Kupp returning from injury, the Rams also have WR Puka Nacua back from injury, and those two could strengthen Los Angeles’ offense. The San Francisco 49ers also had a good run, so the NFC West could be won, and the Rams, who are 3-4, may feel they can compete and make the playoffs.
Considering they were already looking for a second-round pick for Kupp before Thursday and his price has soared, it seems unlikely that Los Angeles would give up any team willing to sign the receiver. Giving up a second-round pick or higher is likely not desirable for many teams, especially since the Rams won’t get their money back, and Kupp will likely remain in Los Angeles through this season.
