Rams Face Garoppolo's Free Agency Dilemma

0:00On March 3rd, the Los Angeles Rams have relied on Jimmy Garoppolo as a solid back-up quarterback to Matthew Stafford over the past couple of seasons. They first signed the 34-year-old in 2024 and brought him back on a one-year deal last off-season. Now he's headed to free agency next week, leaving the team hoping to keep their reliable number two option. Rams head coach Sean McVeigh made it clear this week that the team wants Garoppolo to return for another year. While with Stafford's history of injuries, they valued his steady presence without needing him much on the field. In the last two seasons, he's thrown just 41 passes, completing 27 for 334 yards, two touchdowns, and one pick. Fans and analysts see Garoppolo as one of the league's top backups, which makes his future tricky. McVeigh knows other teams will come calling, especially since his former coordinator, Michael Flore, just took over as head coach in Arizona. That connection could pull Garoppolo toward a bigger role there.

1:00Garoppolo's only star came in week 18 last year against Seattle when the starter sat out. If he lands a chance to compete for a starting spot somewhere, it might be too good to pass up after years as a reserve. As free agency heats up, the Rams will weigh keeping their backups stability against whatever offers Garoppolo draws, shaping their plans behind. Stafford, for next season. Stafford, for next season. Stafford, for next season. Stafford, for next season. Stafford, for next season. Stafford, for next season. Stafford, for next season. Stafford, for next season.