The 31-year-old Super Bowl MVP remains a reliable target despite injuries in recent seasons, posting 67 catches for 710 yards and six touchdowns in 12 games last year.
His contract carries significant cap hits of nearly $30 million in 2025 and $27 million in 2026, but the Rams are reportedly willing to absorb part of his salary to facilitate a move.
Several teams looking for a dependable pass-catcher could make a strong push for Kupp.
The #Rams are willing to eat “a chunk” of WR Cooper Kupp’s salary to help facilitate a trade, per @RapSheet
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The Washington Commanders are a logical destination as they continue building around second-year quarterback Jayden Daniels.
Adding Kupp alongside Terry McLaurin would provide Daniels with a veteran security blanket in the passing game. "Washington needs more than McLaurin for this offense to keep evolving," NFL.com’s Jeffri Chadiha said.
The Houston Texans are another team that could pursue Kupp, as new offensive coordinator Nick Caley previously worked with him in Los Angeles.
With Stefon Diggs and Robert Woods set to hit free agency and Tank Dell recovering from a leg injury, Kupp would give C.J. Stroud a reliable option in a high-powered offense.
DJ Moore & Rome Odunze make the case for COOPER KUPP to be a Chicago Bear.
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The Chicago Bears could also be in the mix, particularly if Keenan Allen departs in free agency. Pairing Kupp with DJ Moore and rookie standout Rome Odunze would create a formidable receiving corps for Caleb Williams.
"He does it all in the slot," Moore said on the Up & Adams Show. "It’s like the game is slow for him." With new head coach Ben Johnson running the offense, Chicago could use Kupp’s precise route-running and veteran leadership to help their young quarterback develop.
His contract remains a hurdle, but with the Rams potentially covering part of his salary, Kupp could be a key addition to a team looking to contend in 2025.
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