Cousins to Rams as Stafford Backup?

0:00On March 31st, Kirk Cousins is hitting free agency after the Falcons released him following just two seasons on a massive four-year 180. Million dollar contract. The Los Angeles Rams have him on their radar as a backup quarterback option behind Matthew Stafford. Shaw McVeigh let it slip at the league meetings that Cousins tops his short list of two backups alongside Jimmy Garoppolo. McVeigh coasted with Cousins back in Washington from 2010 to 2016, building that early connection. Stafford balled out in his MVP year but at 38 with nagging injuries, the Rams need a reliable number two to keep their contender status. Alive? Even if Stafford sits. Cousins spent six years with the Minnesota Vikings throwing for over 23,000 yards and 171 touchdowns, but they never broke through deep in playoffs. Atlanta benched him for rookie Michael Pennex after drafting him top 10. Other starter spots filled up quick, leaving Pittsburgh or Cleveland as long shots.

1:01With Cousins turning 38 this summer and already crushing it in broadcasting gigs, the Rams backup role could be as smooth next move. NFL news today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on game day.