The Los Angeles Rams are preparing to make a big change this offseason, putting veteran wideout Cooper Kupp on the trade block despite the team winning the NFC West and reaching the divisional round in the playoffs.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford made waves ahead of a pivotal offseason for himself and the organization.

Matthew Stafford said recently that he would "take some time" to decide on his NFL future, fresh off a 16th season at age 36. Less than two weeks later, the Los Angeles Rams quarterback appears to have made his decision,

Stafford, 36, said after the Rams’ season ended that he still feels like he can play at a high level, but the possibility of retirement looms large. He’ll be 37 in February, has already won a Super Bowl and though he’s still playing well, it wouldn’t surprise anyone if he chose to retire this offseason.

The Los Angeles Rams are coming off a good season. They showed that the young defense is going to be a special group for years to come. The offense showed that

“My understanding is Matthew Stafford does in fact plan to play next season,” NFL insider Ian Rapoport said. “This is essentially what he communicated to the Rams. Wanted to take some time off, but basically told them, ‘I feel good, I don't see why I wouldn't play.'”

It would be unlike the Los Angeles Rams to trade their prime assets for draft capital. As long as they feature Sean McVay at head coach and Les Snead as general

While the Rams and star QB Matthew Stafford work on a deal, the idea of a trade could come about if negotiations break down. The Rams simply can not do that.