McVay Invites Cousins to LA, Stafford's Future Uncertain

0:00On March 31st, Sean McBae is throwing shout-outs to Kurt Cousins, saying their bond started back in Washington when he first called plays and Cousins, got his full-time shot as quarterback. Those early days built a strong foundation, with team success paving McBae's way to the Rams. Now, with Cousins a free agent, McBae is straight up inviting him to LA, calling him special, and a proven starter. They overlapped for five years in Washington, where Cousins hit his stride under McBae's schemes. In 2015, he led the league with a 69.8% completion rate, and earned his first pro-bowl nod. From there, he dropped over 4,000 yards and 25 touchdowns in three straight seasons, showing real consistency. Fast forward, and Cousins' time in Atlanta, soured after two rough years on a four-year, $180 million deal. Last season, he threw a league-high 16 interceptions, lost his starting gig to Michael Penning's junior, and posted an 84.8-passer.

1:00Rating over 10 games despite a late injury come back chance. Falcons cut him loose anyway. Meanwhile, Matthew Stafford's future with the Rams hangs in the balance as he wraps the final year of his renegotiated two-year, 84.4 million dollar contract. McBae says talks for a restructure to add years have gone smoother than last time, keeping the door open for 2027. McBae's brass is prepping for all scenarios, and Cousins could slide in as a reliable backup if Stafford bounces. McBae's nostalgia mixed with business smarts keeps the QB room intriguing, heading into the next season.