Rams Patient on Garoppolo's Backup Spot

0:00On April 21st, Ramshead coach Sean McVeigh drops some real talk on Jimmy Garoppolo's backup quarterback spot. The team's known for a while that the 34-year-old is mulling retirement, but they're not pressuring him at all. Garoppolo's been a free agent since March 11th, and McVeigh says they've had solid talks with him and his reps. No rush on the timeline. They really want him back as their number two behind Matthew Stafford, especially after missing out on Kirk Cousins, who signed with the Raiders on. April 6th, and McVeigh had floated Cousins as a Plan B earlier this month, but now that's off the table heading into draft week. Fans and analysts are buzzing about the backup void, since it's crucial for a contender like the Rams. General manager LesNeed stress Garoppolo's their top priority, but they're eyeing the draft starting Thursday at 5 p.m. Pacific or maybe a veteran signing to cover bases. Stetson Bennett, their former fourth round pick in his final rookie year, could step up as QB2, if needed.

1:00McVeigh's clear they won't force anything, just keeping that relationship strong from the past two seasons. Bottom line, the Rams are playing at patience, door wide open for Garoppolo to return when he's ready, while prepping all angles for the long haul.