Kelly Stafford wrecked over Rams’ intentions to trade Cooper Kupp: ‘This one hurts’

Kelly Stafford wrecked over Rams’ intentions to trade Cooper Kupp: ‘This one hurts’

Kelly Stafford can’t imagine a Rams team without Cooper Kupp.

The wide receiver announced Monday that he was been informed by the Rams that “the team will be seeking a trade immediately,” adding that he didn’t agree with the decision.

The wife of Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford sent a message to Kupp in an emotional tribute posted to her Instagram Story later that day.

Kelly Stafford said she was hurt after wide receiver Cooper Kupp announced that the Rams are looking to trade him on Monday, February 3, 2025. Instagram/Kelly Stafford

“People don’t understand what all you bring to the game.. Beyond your insane talent. This one hurts,” Kelly wrote.

“Someone who welcomed me with open arms into this city, who can always make me smile, and constantly helps me realize what really matters. Dunno what this place is gonna look like without you. I dunno if I wanna find out.”

Kelly Stafford said she was hurt after wide receiver Cooper Kupp announced that the Rams are looking to trade him on Monday, February 3, 2025. Instagram/Kelly Stafford
Kelly Stafford said she was hurt after wide receiver Cooper Kupp announced that the Rams are looking to trade him on Monday, February 3, 2025. Instagram/Kelly Stafford

Kupp and Stafford won a Super Bowl together with the Rams in the 2021 season — after Los Angeles traded away Jared Goff to the Lions for Stafford in an offseason blockbuster.

Kupp, 31, was also named Super Bowl MVP.

Cooper Kupp #10 of the Los Angeles Rams celebrates with fans after a win over the Minnesota Vikings during the NFC Wild Card Playoff at State Farm Stadium on January 13, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona. Getty Images
Matthew Stafford and Kelly Stafford with their four daughters. Instagram/Kelly Stafford

“I was informed that the team will be seeking a trade immediately and will be working with me and my family to find the right place to continue competing for championships,” Kupp wrote. “I don’t agree with the decision and always believed it was going to begin and end in LA.

“Still, if there’s one thing that I have learned over the years: there are so many things that are out of your control, but it is how you respond to these things that you will look back on and remember.”

Kupp went on to say that he’s motivated to play football at a high level for years to come.

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) and quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) celebrate after defeating the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022. USA TODAY Sports

“I have taken so much pride in playing alongside my teammates for the LA community, so thank you for embracing my family and making this such a special place for us. 2024 began with one of the best training camps of my career. Preparations start now for 2025,” he continued. “Highly motivated, as healthy as ever, and looking forward to playing elite football for years to come. Love you guys.. But coming for it all.”

Kupp’s eighth season with the Rams ended in a 28-22 loss to the Eagles in the divisional round on Jan. 19 in Philadelphia.

His role diminished in the pᴀssing game over the last two seasons as the Rams have turned to wideout Puka Nacua.

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) catches the ball as Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Isaiah Rodgers (34) defends in a 2025 NFC divisional round game at Lincoln Financial Field on January 19, 2025. Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Kupp just completed the first year of a three-year contract extension, worth $80.1 million, that he signed with the Rams after a breakout year in 2021.

He became the NFL Offensive Player of the Year and made the Pro Bowl that year.

In 2021, Kupp led the league in receptions, receiving yards and receiving touchdowns.

The Rams selected Kupp out of Eastern Washington in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft.

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