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Eric Williams
NFL Reporter
Playoff contenders looking for difference-makers to add juice to their offenses had better act fast.
Yes, there’s still time before the Nov. 5 trade deadline, but teams chasing deep playoff runs have already made moves to get their guy, including Davante Adams to the New York Jets, Amari Cooper to the Buffalo Bills and DeAndre Hopkins to the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs.
Even with those big names gone, there are still a handful of experienced playmakers on middling teams who could make sense for playoff contenders. And with skyrocketing receiver salaries, teams may seek a short-term commitment on a productive pass-catcher with a manageable contract who still has gas left in the tank instead of investing big money at the top of the market.
We take a closer look at five of those receivers here, outlining teams that could make sense as potential fits.
Cooper Kupp, Rams
It’s hard to believe Sean McVay is willing to part ways with a foundational piece like Kupp, who helped propel the Rams to a Super Bowl win after the 2021 regular season. Kupp was part of McVay’s first draft class in 2017. He is like a coach on the field, one of the best run blockers in the NFL on the perimeter and puts together teach tape as a route-runner.
However, the Rams have shown a willingness in the past to move on from big names, like cornerback Jalen Ramsey. And at 2-4, the Rams face an uphill climb to reach the postseason.
There are multiple reports that L.A. is seeking a second-round pick for Kupp. He is 31 years old, will make $15 million in base salary this season and has only $5 million in guaranteed money left on his contract beyond this year. And he has struggled to stay healthy the past three seasons. A place like Pittsburgh could make sense for Kupp, where he could serve as a reliable slot receiver for Russell Wilson, who had Doug Baldwin in Seattle.
Best fits: Steelers, Buccaneers,…
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Publish date : 2024-10-24 18:35:16
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