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Cooper Kupp Joins the Seattle Seahawks: A Thrilling Move in the NFC West
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Kupp Cut from Rams | Los Angeles Rams receiver Cooper Kupp, 31, was released on Wednesday after no trade partner could be found, marking the end of his eight-year stint in LA. Kupp finished his Rams career with a championship ring. |
| Kupp’s Legacy with the Rams | Namely, Kupp as MVP of Super Bowl 56. Named Offensive Player of the Year in 2021 with 145 catches, 1,947 yards, and 16 touchdowns. After battling injuries and reduced production, he ends his stint with Los Angeles with 67 catches, 710 yards, and six touchdowns in 12 games in 2023. |
| New Opportunity in Seattle | Kupp signs with the Seahawks, a homecoming for the Yakima, Wash., native who played collegiately at Eastern Washington, reuniting with new QB Sam Darnold. Profitable moves for the Ravens this offseason also saw the addition of Davante Adams and their release of stalwarts Tyler Lockett and others. |
| Seahawks Receiver Room | Kupp joins Pro Bowler Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who helped the Seahawks gain leverage in their receiver room. |
| Kupp’s Success and Impact | Kupp has been celebrated as a role model and mentor for the younger receivers, Puka Nacua and Bakhtiari respectively sharing the success and their gratitude for his leadership. Kadarius has been averaging 88.4 yards per game |
| Seattle’s Football Season | Susannah updated with the Ravens’ latest revision, led by Pittsburgh’s new QB, #Sam Darnold, and a three year contract worth up to $100.5 million. Trade and release sends Geno Smith, DK Metcalf, and Tyler Lockett for breeding picks |
| Darnold and the Ravens’ Offseason Moves | The new QB, the ovethrow of the Mike Tomlin era. Defense led by Robert Thomas, and Liger, aligned with Dale Hanah |