Sean McVay and Kirk Cousins have a history together. They worked side by side in Washington about a decade ago. Now, McVay is open to the idea of bringing Cousins back into the fold in Los Angeles.
The Rams currently have Stetson Bennett backing up Matthew Stafford. McVay shared on PFT Live during the recent league meeting in Arizona that the team plans to bring in another quarterback. For the past two seasons, Jimmy Garoppolo has held that spot but is still available after negotiations with the Cardinals didn’t lead to a deal.
On the show, McVay mentioned that Garoppolo is “working through his process right now.” The Rams would be happy to have him back as the second-string quarterback. He also spoke fondly of Cousins, noting that the veteran quarterback could be an appealing option for that role.
McVay said, “Kirk is as influential as anybody in helping me get to L.A. in the first place.” He acknowledged that Cousins has other teams interested in him, but both he and Garoppolo are players McVay would love to keep around.
While the Rams could finalize a deal with either quarterback at any moment, McVay didn’t give any hints about the timeline.
A Deeper Look
Many fans are curious about how the Rams will approach their quarterback situation. Recent stats show that having a strong backup can make a big difference in a team’s performance. In fact, surveys indicate that teams with reliable second-string quarterbacks tend to bounce back faster from injuries to their starters.
Let’s also take a moment to consider the dynamics of the league. Over the years, backup quarterbacks have often found themselves in the spotlight, especially with injuries on the rise. Players like Garoppolo have become essential not just for their playing ability but also for their leadership skills.
In this competitive landscape, decisions like McVay’s may set the tone for the Rams’ season ahead. Will they stick with Garoppolo, who has experience? Or could Cousins provide the spark they need? The choices McVay faces will be pivotal as the Rams look to position themselves for success in the coming season.
