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McVay Eyes Kirk Cousins for Rams QB2 Role
31 Mar
Summary
- Sean McVay expressed interest in Kirk Cousins for QB2 role.
- Cousins seeks championships and a team like the Rams.
- Cousins' 2025 performance raised concerns; teams bet on rebound.
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay has indicated that veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins is on his radar for the upcoming 2026 season. McVay stated his interest in exploring the possibility of Cousins joining the team as a backup to Matthew Stafford, emphasizing his familiarity and respect for the player from their time together.
This potential move comes as Cousins, a free agent for nearly three weeks, seeks his fourth NFL team. Reports suggest Cousins is motivated by a desire for championships and admiration for the Rams' organization, including general manager Les Snead and McVay. Despite a statistically disappointing 2025 season with Atlanta, where his offense struggled and his EPA+CPOE ranked low, teams considering Cousins are banking on a career resurgence, potentially within McVay's system.
Cousins' physical limitations as a pocket passer and his past contract negotiations, where he secured significant guaranteed money, add layers to his future prospects. While the Rams are Super Bowl favorites for 2026, other teams like the Raiders and Steelers are also mentioned as potential landing spots depending on their quarterback situations. McVay's past connection to Cousins during their time in Washington underscores the plausibility of this union.
