The Los Angeles Rams have a decision to make, and one former NFL QB thinks it’s time to cash in. With rumors swirling about Matthew Stafford’s future, the idea of “selling high” is gaining traction.
Stafford just led the Rams back to the playoffs, proving he’s still got it, but is now the perfect time to move on? The veteran QB isn’t getting any younger, and L.A. could flip him for serious assets.
Chase Daniel Breaks Down Why Rams Could Move On From Matthew Stafford
The Rams aren’t strangers to bold moves, and they might be gearing up for another one. With speculation swirling about Stafford’s future, Chase Daniel thinks the Rams wouldn’t be crazy to “sell high” on their veteran QB.
Daniel, speaking on “The Facility,” admitted that at first the idea of trading Stafford seemed ridiculous. But the more he thought about it, the more it made sense. “The more you think about it, the less crazy it gets for me. I could see them, the Rams, trying to sell high. You have a declining asset eventually. He’s 37-38 with a very high value. Right now that’s worth a lot,” Daniel explained.
.@ChaseDaniel says Rams are NOT crazy to consider trading Matthew Stafford despite being a top 5 QB 👀
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— The Facility (@TheFacilityFS1) February 14, 2025
Stafford is coming off a solid 2024 season, throwing for 3,700+ yards and 20 touchdowns while leading the Rams to a 10-7 record and a Wild Card berth. But his 71.9 QB+ grade (22nd in the NFL) suggests he wasn’t as sharp as in years past. And with a massive $49.67 million cap hit looming in 2025, Daniel believes the Rams should at least consider their options.
“You could potentially, not just throwing this out there, get a first- or a second-round pick for him,” Daniel said. “And you might not have to pay him $50 million a year, which I heard is what he wants.”
While Stafford is still widely viewed as a top-tier QB, Daniel pointed out that Sean McVay’s system is QB-friendly.
“So even though we view, or at least I view, Matthew Stafford as a top-five quarterback, you got to think about it from the Rams side and Sean McVay. Sean McVay took a Jared Goff-led team to the Super Bowl, so a lot of it has to do with that offense that they run,” he reminded.
If the Rams think they can find a younger, cheaper alternative, a move could be on the table.
Would the Rams actually pull the trigger? It’s hard to say. But with Stafford’s future in question, the “crazy” idea might not be so crazy after all.
Rams Losing Patience? Stafford’s Drama Heating Up as Trade Buzz Grows
The Rams might be done playing referee in the Stafford drama, and it’s not just about the quarterback — it’s his wife, Kelly, stirring the pot too.
Colin Cowherd spilled the tea on “The Herd with Colin Cowherd,” claiming the Rams’ front office is growing tired of the endless discussions. And Kelly’s been calling out the team’s moves, including their reported attempt to shop Cooper Kupp. Not exactly the silence L.A. was hoping for.
Matthew, now 37, is still productive, but the Rams might need to restructure his contract or further commit to him long-term. Enter the trade chatter. The New York Giants have lurked amid rumors swirling about potential landing spots.
Just had @AdamSchefter on Talkin' Ball with Pat Leonard. He told me "there is no way in hell that the #Giants are giving up the third overall pick for Matthew Stafford" if trade talks ever occur. But it might not even come to that.
Schefter said the #Rams' "first priority" is to… pic.twitter.com/vKUqwoXSQA
— Pat Leonard (@PLeonardNYDN) February 13, 2025
And here’s a curveball: if Stafford walks, could Aaron Rodgers swoop in for a Hollywood cameo? Cowherd thinks it’s possible.
For now, Stafford’s still the guy in L.A., but the Rams’ patience is wearing thin. If the drama keeps piling up, don’t be shocked if they pull the trigger on a major shake-up.
