The Rams have released Cooper Kupp, concluding his eight-year tenure with the team. Kupp, a pivotal player under coach Sean McVay, earned accolades including the NFL offensive player of the year and Super Bowl MVP. His departure follows a series of injuries that sidelined him and allowed teammate Puka Nacua to become the primary target for quarterback Matthew Stafford. Kupp's high contract posed a financial burden, leading to this decision, which McVay termed the most challenging during his time with the Rams.
"I don't agree with the decision," he wrote, "and always believed it was going to begin and end in L.A."
"There hasn't been a more challenging decision since I've been here," McVay said March 3, adding, "It's about the big picture."
"We just felt like that was the best direction for our football team. It doesn't take away the love and respect and gratitude that you have for what he's done."
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