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Rams Coach Hails Backup QB Garoppolo as "Best in the NFL"
25 Jul
Summary
- Rams coach McVay praises backup QB Garoppolo as a "starting-caliber" QB
- Garoppolo played one game for Rams in 2024, performing well
- Garoppolo has stepped in during Stafford's injury in training camp
In the present day, Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay has been vocal in his praise of backup quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo. Despite Garoppolo not being an immediate threat to starter Matthew Stafford's role, McVay believes the veteran QB is more than capable of being a starting quarterback in the NFL.
Last year, in Week 18 of the 2024 season, Garoppolo started a game for the Rams when the team rested its starters ahead of the playoffs. He performed well, completing 65.9% of his passes for 334 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 1 interception.
More recently, Garoppolo has had to step in for the injured Stafford during Rams training camp this year. McVay has continued to endorse Garoppolo, stating that he is the "best backup quarterback in the NFL" and that "there's no doubt in my mind he's a starting quarterback in this league and I think he'll get a chance to be able to do that again."
Garoppolo's future with the Rams remains uncertain, as McVay's praise could indicate the team's confidence in him as Stafford's potential successor, or it could be a way to showcase Garoppolo's abilities for a potential trade. Regardless, the veteran quarterback has found a home in Los Angeles and appears to have the full backing of his head coach.
