Cooper Kupp is expected to don a new jersey next season as he confirmed on February 3 that the Los Angeles Rams have placed him on the trading block. As the team looks to restructure their roster, the decision not to renegotiate Kupp’s contract signals a shift in their strategy.

Potential Returns for the Rams

Kupp’s contract, which runs for another two years at approximately $39.58 million, could limit the value in trade discussions. The Rams may need to absorb part of Kupp’s salary to facilitate a trade, especially given his injury history over the past few seasons. In addition, the Rams stand to gain only as much as a late-round draft pick from any potential trade involving Kupp, similar to past deals with older wide receivers.