As the NFL‘s new league year begins, a Super Bowl MVP has sparked interest from several teams, with the New England Patriots and Dallas Cowboys emerging as potential suitors.
Cooper Kupp is on the verge of becoming a free agent. The Los Angeles Rams have been attempting to trade the 2021 Offensive Player of the Year, but with no deal materializing, Kupp’s release appears imminent.
Will the Big-Spending Patriots Sign Cooper Kupp?
Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald suggests that the Patriots have a legitimate chance of signing the Pro Bowl wideout. Callahan points out that Kupp is “curious” about the prospect of playing in New England, which could be a key factor in his decision-making process.
Kupp’s connection to New England includes his college teammate Kendrick Bourne and Patriots tight ends coach Thomas Brown, who previously coached for the Rams.
In a post on X, Callahan wrote, “In less then 24 hours, Cooper Kupp could hit the open market. Obviously, the #Patriots should pursue him. But more than that, I think they’d have a real shot at signing him.”
In less then 24 hours, Cooper Kupp could hit the open market. Obviously, the #Patriots should pursue him.
But more than that, I think they'd have a real shot at signing him. Here's why: https://t.co/XtmmhoTA3Z pic.twitter.com/JmSVG6WdS0
— Andrew Callahan (@_AndrewCallahan) March 11, 2025
In his article for the Boston Herald, Callahan also writes, “Kupp fulfills the mandate (head coach Mike) Vrabel has given his front office for free-agent acquisitions. Incoming players must fit his culture, be tough-minded, and play with maximum effort and a fierce play demeanor.
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“Around the league, Kupp is renowned for his work ethic and toughness. He’s also a five-time team captain.”
Callahan added, “Even over a dozen games (in 2024), when Kupp totaled 67 catches for 710 yards and six touchdowns, he still would have led the Patriots in all three categories.”
Will the Free Agent-Averse Dallas Cowboys Sign Kupp?
In his post on X, Benjamin Allbright responded to a user’s tweet suggesting that Dallas is the frontrunner to land Kupp, writing, “You ask me this every day, buddy. I had originally thought the Jags would be heavily involved there. I don’t know about ‘front-runner.’ Dallas is certainly very in the mix.”
You ask me this every day, buddy. I had originally thought the jags would be heavily involved there. I don’t know about “front runner.”
Dallas is certainly very in the mix. https://t.co/5qbTytpjTt
— Benjamin Allbright (@AllbrightNFL) March 12, 2025
While Allbright doesn’t consider Dallas the lead contender, the Cowboys’ interest suggests they see Kupp as a replacement for Brandin Cooks and a complement to CeeDee Lamb.
Kupp’s contract has been a major hurdle in trade negotiations. His cap hit of nearly $30 million for the 2025 season has deterred potential trade partners. However, as a free agent, Kupp will have more flexibility in negotiating a deal that suits all parties.