Saying goodbye is never easy, especially when it’s after years of insane highs, unforgettable moments, and a whole city backing you up. It’s that weird mix of nostalgia and excitement for what’s next. And when you’ve built something special, moving on can feel like shutting a book before the final chapter even plays out.
That’s exactly the vibe Cooper Kupp’s wife, Anna Kupp, gave off when she posted on Instagram: “Can’t wait to see what’s ahead. .” Short, sweet, and super telling. With the Rams officially cutting ties with Kupp, she made it clear—they’re already looking forward, not back.
And honestly, this had been brewing for a while. The Rams were shopping Kupp around for a trade, but no one bit, and after they locked in Davante Adams on a two-year deal, it was obvious Kupp’s time in LA was done. But the Rams fans expressed that signing is not worth it. The team had already started leaning more on young WR Puka Nacua, and Kupp’s contract was becoming a massive cap headache. Now, with the Rams making it official by designating him as a post-June 1 cut, they’re saving $15 million in cash and spreading his dead cap hits over two seasons. Business-wise, it makes sense. Emotionally? That’s a whole different story.
Kupp himself summed up his feelings in a heartfelt Twitter post that had fans deep in their feelings: “Eight years of incredible memories. We talked often about the Rams being back in LA and how we would grow to be something special here. And there was frustration early on around getting the buy-in from the people of LA, but we knew at the end of the day, it’s about providing moments. Shared experiences. The things that parents and their children will talk about and remember forever….Next chapter starts now. Best is yet to come.”
It’s giving a bittersweet farewell. Kupp was a franchise guy, the Super Bowl 56 MVP, the guy who put up a historic triple-crown season in 2021. But over the past couple of years, injuries slowed him down, and with Nacua emerging as the new WR1, the Rams decided to pivot.
The financials played a huge role, too. Kupp was carrying a $29.8 million cap hit next season, and the Rams didn’t want to be stuck with that while trying to build a more balanced roster. His contract had $5 million guaranteed in 2025 but zero guaranteed money in 2026, so cutting him now gives LA more flexibility moving forward. If they had traded him post-June 1, they would’ve saved $20 million in cap space, but since no trade materialized, the release was the next best option.
With Kupp officially hitting free agency, the big question is: Where does he go next? There’s no doubt teams will come calling—he’s still a top-tier route runner with elite hands and a championship pedigree. A playoff contender looking for a veteran WR could definitely see him as the missing piece to a Super Bowl run.
Patriots want Cooper Kupp, but so does half the league
Alright, so Cooper Kupp is officially a free agent, and teams are thirsty to sign him. Leading the pack? The New England Patriots are sitting on a fat $130 million in cap space and are clearly in their rebuild era. With new head coach Mike Vrabel at the helm, they’re looking for a vet to help their offense, and Kupp fits the bill.
Teams to watch for Cooper Kupp
Per: @AdamSchefter
Seattle Seahawks, Denver Broncos and the New England Patriots
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The Pats could be rolling with Drake Maye (if they draft Kupp), and let’s be real—having Kupp as a security blanket would be a massive W. Dude still has elite hands, crispy routes, and a Super Bowl MVP to his name. But New England isn’t the only team tryna slide into his DMs.
The Denver Broncos are also lurking, per Adam Schefter. They want to build their offense around Bo Nix (if they draft Kupp), and Kupp could be the perfect mentor. Then there’s the Chiefs, who should be all over this. Imagine Mahomes throwing dots to Kupp—that’s straight-up nightmare fuel for the rest of the league.
Meanwhile, the Steelers and Ravens are also in the conversation. Both squads could use a WR1 with veteran vibes, and Kupp checks every box. The Steelers’ QB room is a mess, so having a reliable target would help, while the Ravens could give Lamar Jackson another clutch weapon.
Bottom line? Kupp’s next move is about to shake things up. The Patriots might be leading the race, but with this much interest, it’s giving ‘bidding war energy.’ Stay tuned because this is about to get spicy.
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