NEWS: The Los Angeles Rams are signing QB Jimmy Garoppolo to backup Matthew Stafford, sources confirm to @DMRussini .
Quick Glance: Jimmy Garoppolo, Rams One-Year Contract Announcement
- Reports indicate that Jimmy Garoppolo has found a new home. The Los Angeles Rams have agreed to sign Garoppolo to a one-year contract in free agency, as reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter on Friday. Garoppolo officially became a free agent on Wednesday after the Las Vegas Raiders released him shortly after signing Gardner Minshew to compete with Aiden O'Connell for the starting quarterback position.
- Last season, Garoppolo signed a three-year contract with Las Vegas to become the Raiders' quarterback solution. However, he faced difficulties in six starts, throwing seven touchdowns and nine interceptions with a passer rating of 77.7, leading to being benched in Week 9 in favor of O'Connell. The 32-year-old quarterback has participated in 81 games (63 starts) in his 10-year career, throwing for 94 touchdowns and 51 interceptions with a passer rating of 97.6.
- After returning to San Francisco in 2022 to be Trey Lance's backup quarterback, Garoppolo started 10 games that season when Lance was injured. However, a foot injury in December ended Garoppolo's season, leading the 49ers to turn to Mr. Irrelevant Brock Purdy, who guided them to Super Bowl LVIII in February. Now back in the NFC West Division, Garoppolo will serve as Matthew Stafford's backup quarterback in Los Angeles.
- Garoppolo will face a two-game suspension in 2024 for violating the NFL's performance-enhancing substance policy.
Jimmy Garoppolo explains what 'sealed the deal' joining Rams, admits he 'messed up' with two-game suspension
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Quick Glance: Jimmy Garoppolo joins Rams, admits suspension mistake
- Jimmy Garoppolo signs one-year deal with Los Angeles Rams, becomes backup for Matthew Stafford.
- Garoppolo suspended for two games for NFL violation.
- Despite suspension, he can participate in Rams' offseason activities but not at the start of the season.
- Garoppolo embraces backup role after tumultuous seasons with Raiders and 49ers.
Los Angeles Rams’ Matthew Stafford Documentary Set For Spring Premiere — SXSW: Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is the subject of a new documentary ...
deadline.com/2024/03/los-angeles-rams-matthew-stafford-documentary-locked-in-1235855454/
Jonah Jackson exits Detroit Lions to sign with Los Angeles Rams, protect Matthew Stafford
freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2024/03/11/jonah-jackson-la-rams-lions-nfl-free-agency-2024/72929531007/
Browns QB Joe Flacco is baffling pick for Comeback Player of Year: Cleveland Browns quarterback Joe Flacco surprisingly won the NFL's Comeback Player of the Year ...
yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/browns_qb_joe_flacco_is_baffling_pick_for_comeback_player_of_year/s1_13132_39939040
Kelly Stafford's concern for 49ers wives after pricey Super Bowl 2024 suite drama
nypost.com/2024/02/09/sports/kelly-staffords-concern-for-49ers-wives-amid-pricey-super-bowl-suites/
Brittany Mahomes Hits Back at Haters After Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Debut: Brittany Mahomes is not letting haters walk all over a monumental moment in her ...
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Quick Glance: Brittany Mahomes: Fresh Face at SI Swimsuit Before Super Bowl 2024
- Joining the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit family, Brittany Mahomes debuts.
- Named a rookie as the wife of Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes.
- Jena Sims, spouse of LIV Golf pro Brooks Koepka, joins 2024 SI Swim rookies.
- Brittany Mahomes named an SI Swimsuit newcomer.
Rams' Sean McVay seeking 'clarity' on Stetson Bennett's status: Rams coach Sean McVay plans to connect with Stetson Bennett soon to see if he will be backing up ...
latimes.com/sports/rams/story/2024-02-22/sean-mcvay-rams-stetson-bennett-backup-quarterback
Jared Goff leads Lions to first playoff win in 32 years, 24-23 over Matthew Stafford and the Rams
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Quick Glance: Jared Goff Leads Lions to Historic 24-23 Playoff Victory Over Rams
- Jared Goff threw for a touchdown and sealed the game with a crucial first down against his former team, the Detroit Lions won the playoff game against the Los Angeles Rams 24-23.
- A holding penalty pushed Los Angeles out of field goal range, and Stafford threw incomplete on fourth down.
- Goff hit Amon-Ra St. Brown for 11 yards, allowing the Lions to run out the clock and delighting long-time fans.
- Against the franchise he once led to the Super Bowl, Goff was 22 of 27 for 277 yards and threw a 2-yard touchdown pass to rookie tight end Sam LaPorta, putting Detroit ahead 21-10 midway through the second quarter.
Eminem asks Matthew Stafford for a favor: 'Can you just let us have this one?': The Detroit rapper addressed the former Lions quarterback in a video released ...
detroitnews.com/story/entertainment/people/2024/01/13/eminem-to-matthew-stafford-can-you-just-let-us-have-this-one/72222379007/
Matthew Stafford's wife Kelly reveals her Super Bowl nightmare: 'I was miserable'
nypost.com/2024/02/06/sports/matthew-staffords-wife-kelly-reveals-her-super-bowl-nightmare/
Jared Goff feels the love from Detroit Lions fans after his name was chanted at Red Wings game
freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2024/01/26/detroit-lions-jared-goff-thanks-fans-name-chants-detroit-red-wings-game/72369796007/
With Mike Macdonald, Seahawks appear better equipped to dethrone 49ers in NFC and keep up with Rams
sports.yahoo.com/with-mike-macdonald-seahawks-appear-better-equipped-to-dethrone-49ers-in-nfc-and-keep-up-with-rams-203720710.html
Quick Glance: Seahawks to Hold Second Interview with Mike Macdonald
- Baltimore Ravens' defensive coordinator, Mike Macdonald, to have a second interview in Seattle on Wednesday.
- Confirmation from a league source regarding the NFL Network's initial report.
- Second in-person interview is a key part of the selection process.
- Macdonald, aged 36, has rapidly ascended the coaching ranks since joining the Ravens as an intern in 2014.
Matthew Stafford’s Wife Says Lions Fans Booed Their Kids And Left Them ‘In Tears’
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Calvin Johnson Greeted Matthew Stafford With Teasing Request Before Playoff Game: The two former teammates embraced before the game.
si.com/nfl/2024/01/19/detroit-lions-calvin-johnson-matthew-stafford-playoff-game-request
Mics Caught Matthew Stafford Berating Lions’ Kerby Joseph for ‘Dirty’ Hit: Joseph hit Rams tight end Tyler Higbee low, resulting in a knee injury.
si.com/nfl/2024/01/18/mics-caught-matthew-stafford-berating-lions-kerby-joseph-for-dirty-hit
Matthew Stafford is back in Detroit and Lions fans are letting him hear it 😳
(via Jeanna Trotman/WXYZ)#matthewstafford #lions #rams #nflplayoffs #nfl #detroit
Matthew Stafford vs Jared Goff and Sean McVay vs Dan Campbell!
We can't wait for this game!
Quick Glance: Ban on Stafford Jerseys for Lions-Rams Playoff
- A Detroit company unofficially bans Matthew Stafford jerseys at the Rams-Lions wild-card game, despite loving the former quarterback of the team.
- No Lions Stafford Jerseys will be allowed into Ford Field on Sunday.
- The announcement was made by Detroit Line, a lifestyle brand supporting all things Detroit and more in its Instagram bio.
- The Detroit Lions did not respond or have any involvement in the so-called ban.
Matthew Stafford lost the battle but wins the war vs. Jared Goff: Yes, Jared Goff and the Lions eliminated the Rams from the NFL playoffs, but Bill Plaschke ...
latimes.com/sports/rams/story/2024-01-15/matthew-stafford-lost-battle-won-war-jared-goff-duel-rams-lions
Eminem asks Matthew Stafford for a pretty huge favor ahead of Rams-Lions NFL playoff game
cbssports.com/nfl/news/eminem-asks-matthew-stafford-for-a-pretty-huge-favor-ahead-of-rams-lions-nfl-playoff-game/
Kelly Stafford doubles down on booing feud with new video: 'Didn't know if I should post this'
nypost.com/2024/01/19/sports/kelly-stafford-doubles-down-on-booing-feud-with-new-video/
Matthew Stafford Is Ready for Any Type of Reception in Dramatic Return to Detroit
si.com/nfl/2024/01/11/matthew-stafford-detroit-return-lions-rams-reception
More stunning NFL coach firings to come? Keep an eye on high-pressure wild-card games
usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/columnist/bell/2024/01/13/nfl-coach-firings-playoffs-mike-mccarthy-nick-sirianni/72213903007/
The 2023 Lions feel like the post-Katrina Saints: The ghosts of New Orleans are all around this Detroit reclamation project
deadspin.com/detroit-lions-nfc-championship-nfl-jared-goff-1851184585
Rams Trade Rumors: Steve Young says L.A. is fit for Zach Wilson: Hall of Fame quarterback Steve Young says the Rams would be a perfect fit for Zach Wilson
turfshowtimes.com/2024/1/31/24056831/rams-trade-rumors-backup-quarterback-targets-zach-wilson
The debate is over: Jared Goff will be Detroit Lions' well-paid QB for a long, long time
freep.com/story/sports/columnists/jeff-seidel/2024/01/25/detroit-lions-jared-goff-future-quarterback-salaries-playoffs/72340171007/
Matthew Stafford upsetting the Lions, the Dolphins covering in the freezing cold..Colin Cowherd unveils his Wild Card Blazin' 5
Lamar Jackson is stepping into one of those career defining moments: All the talk of the Ravens' QB being a 'big-game bust' can vanish in a matter of minutes ...
deadspin.com/lamar-jackson-baltimore-ravens-nfl-divisional-playoffs-1851176725
Jared Goff has settled all scores: Cast off in the trade for Matthew Stafford, Jared Goff has emerged as Detroit's unquestioned leader.
sports.yahoo.com/jared-goff-has-settled-all-scores-183344587.html
Matthew Stafford Is Common Thread to Three of NFL’s Most Esteemed Receiving Records
si.com/nfl/2024/01/09/matthew-stafford-receiving-records-calvin-johnson-cooper-kupp-puca-nacua
49ers likely happy to wave goodbye to Cowboys and Rams during bye: The San Francisco 49ers presumably got their best-case playoff scenario as they ended their ...
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NFL shivers through record-breaking cold spell and Taylor Swift wears a jacket — five quick hits
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Rodrigue: Rams’ hard, beautiful, bittersweet season comes to an end in Detroit: No one expected the Rams to be here. But that doesn't make the loss to the Lions ...
theathletic.com/5202807/2024/01/15/los-angeles-rams-playoffs-loss-lions/
Six pressing questions heading into the NFL playoffs: Where’s Taylor Swift? Will Lamar Jackson break through? Are the Eagles toast? Will Joe Flacco turn into a ...
washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/01/11/nfl-playoffs-biggest-questions/
Rams vs Lions: Is LA the most dangerous wild card team in NFL playoffs: Could Matthew Stafford and the LA Rams destroy the Detroit Lions’ playoff dreams on ...
sbnation.com/2024/1/13/24031899/rams-lions-wild-card-playoffs-sean-mcvay-matthew-stafford
Matthew Stafford just took a BIG hit...
No flag was thrown. Should there have been?
🎥 @Rate_the_Refs t.co/HskMqcfrbB
NFC wild-card preview: Lions and Rams each face a familiar face at quarterback: The Lions host their first playoff game in 30 years on Sunday night.
sports.yahoo.com/nfc-wild-card-preview-lions-and-rams-each-face-a-familiar-face-at-quarterback-154424102.html
How did Detroit Lions become Super Bowl contender in 3 years? These 10 moves paved the way
freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2024/01/10/detroit-lions-nfl-playoffs-brad-holmes-moves-rebuild/72162275007/
Lions Diary: A lone Lions fan in Hawaii wonders -- should he show his true colors tonight?
freep.com/story/news/columnists/neal-rubin/2024/01/28/lions-fan-tending-bar-in-hawaii-stays-true-amid-horde-of-49ers-rooters-at-maui-moose-mcgillycuddys/72368697007/
NFL team suddenly on top: The Lions roar, Detroit celebrates: In Detroit, the NFL team is writing something extraordinary for the “Motor City”: a success story ...
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Wojo: Lions, city sharing rare joy ride together: The Lions and their fans are in this together, arriving at the same place from different directions ...
detroitnews.com/story/sports/columnists/bob-wojnowski/2024/01/18/wojo-lions-city-sharing-rare-joy-ride-together/72268049007/
Never shy about sending an extra rusher, Lions aiming to get blitz back on track: Blitzing is a big part of the Detroit Lions' defensive identity under ...
detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2024/01/19/rusher-lions-aiming-blitz-back-on-track/72279146007/
Matthew Stafford is a proud warrior — and it explains his response after loss to Lions | Letters
freep.com/story/opinion/readers/2024/01/21/matthew-stafford-detroit-lions-rams-playoffs-climate-change/72268912007/
Niyo: Campbell getting the last laugh with Lions standing tall: Less than 24 hours after beating the Rams, Lions coach Dan Campbell turned down the opportunity ...
detroitnews.com/story/sports/columnists/john-niyo/2024/01/15/niyo-campbell-getting-the-last-laugh-with-lions-standing-tall/72231527007/
History? Not quite. Jared Goff, Baker Mayfield not only No. 1 picks quit on too early
freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2024/01/18/detroit-lions-jared-goff-baker-mayfield-top-picks-teams-quit-on/72255510007/
NFC Wild Card updates: Matthew Stafford, Rams vs. Detroit Lions: Follow along for the latest from Rams reporter Adam Grosbard before, during and after the team’s ...
ocregister.com/2024/01/14/nfc-wild-card-updates-matthew-stafford-rams-vs-detroit-lions/
Alexander: Will the success of this Rams season carry over?: The comeback from a 3-6 start – and plenty of productive young players and salary cap room – create ...
ocregister.com/2024/01/15/alexander-will-the-success-of-this-rams-season-carry-over/
Meet 4 Detroit Lions fans who have had a front-row view of organization's rebuild
freep.com/story/sports/columnists/jeff-seidel/2024/01/13/detroit-lions-fans-game-day-workers-behind-the-scenes-view-rebuild/72194140007/
From Renaissance to the Rams, Alaric Jackson relishes playoff homecoming in Detroit
detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2024/01/11/los-angeles-rams-alaric-jackson-playoff-homecoming-detroit/72176302007/
Detroit Lions playoff tickets vs. Rams most expensive ever for wild-card game: TickPick said the current “get-in” price for a ticket to see Detroit Lions take on ...
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Guess who's back, back again?Matthew Stafford and the Rams are heading to Detroit to face the Lions 🍿
Quick Glance: Detroit Lions Face L.A. Rams in NFL Playoffs
- The Detroit Lions will host the Los Angeles Rams in the wild-card round of the NFC playoffs for their first-ever home playoff game at Ford Field.
- The Lions aim to end their 32-year playoff win drought by defeating Stafford and the Rams in the first matchup since the franchise-altering trade.
- This is the first meeting between the two teams in Detroit since the blockbuster trade, and the stakes couldn’t be higher.
- The Rams have made an impressive comeback to the playoffs with a 5-12 record after a challenging start to the 2022 season.
Matthew Stafford vs Jared Goff and Sean McVay vs Dan Campbell!
We can't wait for this game!
Quick Glance: Ban on Stafford Jerseys for Lions-Rams Playoff
- A Detroit company unofficially bans Matthew Stafford jerseys at the Rams-Lions wild-card game, despite loving the former quarterback of the team.
- No Lions Stafford Jerseys will be allowed into Ford Field on Sunday.
- The announcement was made by Detroit Line, a lifestyle brand supporting all things Detroit and more in its Instagram bio.
- The Detroit Lions did not respond or have any involvement in the so-called ban.
Rams' miracle journey proves they're Super Bowl contenders: The Rams aren't perfect, but they’ve defied expectations by winning six of their last seven games ...
latimes.com/sports/rams/story/2023-12-31/rams-good-team-clinch-playoffs
Why Rams are making a mistake resting Matt Stafford – and Lions doing the right thing
usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2024/01/05/detroit-lions-nfl-playoffs-rest-play-final-regular-season-game-la-rams-matthew-stafford/72119372007/
How did Detroit Lions become Super Bowl contender in 3 years? These 10 moves paved the way
freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2024/01/10/detroit-lions-nfl-playoffs-brad-holmes-moves-rebuild/72162275007/
Backups help Rams beat 49ers; L.A. on to Detroit for playoffs: The Rams beat the 49ers to clinch the NFC's No. 6 seed and a road game against former Ram Jared ...
latimes.com/sports/rams/story/2024-01-07/rams-backups-beat-49ers-detroit-lions-road-playoff-matchup
Carson Wentz aims to start something when Rams visit 49ers: Baker Mayfield earned a starting NFL job when he filled in for the Rams last season ...
latimes.com/sports/rams/story/2024-01-05/carson-wentz-starts-rams-49ers-preview
The Spirit of Detroit has been dressed in a Detroit Lions jersey after their 30-20 over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday to finish the season 12-5 ... Show more
Quick Glance: Martha Ford's Surprise Speech in Detroit Lions Locker Room
- Coach Dan Campbell held a special victory ceremony to honor the Detroit Lions' return to the NFL playoffs.
- Martha Ford, former owner, received a game ball in recognition.
- Sheila Hamp was praised for her daily leadership and also received a game ball.
- Martha Ford expressed her pride for the Lions team and praised their accomplishments.
49ers will sit Purdy, start Darnold; McCaffrey sees NFL rushing title as team award
mercurynews.com/2024/01/03/49ers-will-sit-purdy-start-darnold-mccaffrey-sees-nfl-rushing-title-as-team-award/
How Lions GM Brad Holmes tore down, rebuilt a streak-snapping division winner in 3 years
detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2023/12/24/how-general-manager-brad-holmes-tore-down-rebuilt-detroit-lions/71972072007/
Quick Glance: Lions GM Brad Holmes: Successful 3-Year Rebuild
- Holmes came from the Los Angeles Rams, bringing 18 years of experience.
- His first moves were strengthening his front-office team.
- Holmes' expertise was in the draft, while Agnew and Dorsey were instrumental in complementing his knowledge.
- Despite initial doubts about Goff's potential, high-level draft picks helped accelerate the rebuild.
Matthew Stafford has another wide receiver on verge of making NFL history: Puka Nacua could break a 63-year-old record, thanks to Matthew Stafford.
sbnation.com/nfl/2023/12/22/24012191/matthew-stafford-rams-nfl-record-puka-nacua
Four Rams, three on offense, are selected to NFC Pro Bowl team: Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua and Kyren Williams are Rams offensive players who made the NFC Pro ...
latimes.com/sports/rams/story/2024-01-03/four-rams-selected-nfc-pro-bowl-team
Ranking best possible NFL wild-card games: All the playoff matchups we want to see
usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/columnist/nate-davis/2024/01/04/nfl-playoffs-wild-card-matchups-teams-2024/72103905007/
Matthew Stafford leading Rams' playoff push, while Giants sort out QB position: The Los Angeles Rams will take their late-season playoff push to the East Coast ...
reuters.com/sports/matthew-stafford-leading-rams-playoff-push-while-giants-sort-out-qb-position-2023-12-28/
Giants make plays behind Tyrod Taylor but fall to L.A. Rams, 26-25, after questionable end-game decisions
nydailynews.com/2023/12/31/giants-tyrod-taylor-brian-daboll-rams-tommy-devito-matthew-stafford/
Mics Caught Matthew Stafford’s Daughter Adorably Giving Him Sage Pregame Advice: The Rams QB's daughter gave him the most adorably simple advice.
si.com/nfl/2023/12/19/mics-matthew-stafford-daughter-adorably-giving-pregame-advice
Rams vs. Lions playoff preview: Matthew Stafford, Jared Goff face former teams in wild-card round
usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2024/01/07/rams-lions-playoff-preview-nfc-wild-card/72144076007/
Lions waited 30 years for a division title. Now they focus on ending an even longer drought
sports.yahoo.com/lions-waited-30-years-for-a-division-title-now-they-focus-on-ending-an-even-longer-drought-234758701.html
Quick Glance: Historic Victory: Lions Secure First NFC North Title in 30 Years
- The Detroit Lions clinch their first divisional title since 1993 with a victory over the Minnesota Vikings.
- Following the leaguewide realignment in 2002, the Lions now sit atop the NFC North.
- The playoff berth also marks the Lions' first appearance since 2016.
- The Lions' offense tallies three touchdowns, including two from rookie running back Jahmyr Gibbs, while the defense records four interceptions from Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens.
Matthew Stafford's Rams start strong, hold off Saints 30-22 to surge forward in NFC playoff race
apnews.com/article/rams-saints-score-stafford-carr-9bb82d11b2a470aa6778221392e5cd61
Rams HC Sean McVay confirms plans for 2024: Sean McVay confirmed Tuesday that he plans to be back as the head coach of the Los Angeles Rams during the 2024 ...
yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/rams_hc_sean_mcvay_confirms_plans_for_2024/s1_13132_39754616
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