Cooper Kupp named top offensive player; Andrew Whitworth wins Walter Payton award
2 years, 10 months ago

Cooper Kupp named top offensive player; Andrew Whitworth wins Walter Payton award

LA Times  

Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp, right, chats with tight end Tyler Higbee during a game against the San Francisco 49ers on Jan. 9. On Thursday night, Kupp was named Associated Press offensive player of the year, and Whitworth was named Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year during NFL Honors at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood. Just very thankful for them and their contributions to really what is a team award.” Whitworth, 40, is the first Rams player to win the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award, which has been presented since 1970 and recognizes on-field performance and “commitment to philanthropy and community impact.” Rams offensive tackle Andrew Whitworth smiles during a game against the Arizona Cardinals in December. “It’s an amazing honor and it’s very humbling to just even put yourself in the conversation with some of the guys that have won this award,” said Whitworth, a four-time Pro Bowl left tackle who played 11 seasons with the Bengals before signing with the Rams in 2017. | 📺 ABC/NFL Network pic.twitter.com/YS8fScKQbZ — Los Angeles Rams February 11, 2022 “I remember I got a chance to talk to the team, and one of the things I told ’em is, ‘You’ll never regret just making something about more than yourself,’” Whitworth said.

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Rams’ NFC West win over Seattle shows vet leaders such as Cooper Kupp can’t be spared
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rams’ NFC West win over Seattle shows vet leaders such as Cooper Kupp can’t be spared

LA Times  

Rams receiver Cooper Kupp runs after one of his 11 catches for 104 yards against the Seattle Seahawks. With the trade deadline approaching Tuesday, the Rams need to lean on their never-waver wire, guys such as Matthew Stafford and Demarcus Robinson — who combined for the winning touchdown in overtime — and Cooper Kupp making a key block to give …

Rams-Vikings takeaways: Trading thoughts on Cooper Kupp after his triumphant return
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Rams-Vikings takeaways: Trading thoughts on Cooper Kupp after his triumphant return

LA Times  

The Rams’ Cooper Kupp has his arm grabbed by the Vikings’ Stephon Gilmore, causing a pass-interference penalty. Rams coach Sean McVay acknowledged Thursday night that teams have reached out to the Rams about trading for veteran receiver Cooper Kupp. Kupp, 31, was the 2021 NFL offensive player of the year but he has been plagued by injuries for the last …

Rams’ Sean McVay on Cooper Kupp trade rumors: ‘Not a move that we want to make’
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Rams’ Sean McVay on Cooper Kupp trade rumors: ‘Not a move that we want to make’

LA Times  

The Rams’ Matthew Stafford congratulates Cooper Kupp after the two connected for a touchdown pass against the Vikings. “That’s not a move that we want to make,” McVay said Friday during a video conference with reporters. Kupp, who sat out four games because of an ankle injury, spent the days leading up to the game tuning out buzz that the …

Cooper Kupp will play Thursday, but will it be his last game with the Rams?
2 months ago

Cooper Kupp will play Thursday, but will it be his last game with the Rams?

LA Times  

Cooper Kupp will be in the Rams lineup Thursday. The Rams’ poor start and Kupp’s large contract has the league buzzing that the Rams might move the 2021 NFL offensive player of the year. Kupp said he was aware of speculation but would “be where my feet are.” “That’s all I know,” he said after a jog-through. “I know that’s …

Rams Hope Kupp's Return as Raiders Face Crucial Test
2 months ago

Rams Hope Kupp's Return as Raiders Face Crucial Test

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Rams hope that Cooper Kupp will return to face the Raiders, who begin life without WR Davante Adams. Kupp is hoping to play for the first time since spraining his ankle in Week 2 for the Rams, who have stumbled out to the worst start of Sean McVay's career. The Rams are coming off their bye, but …

Rams vs. Cardinals takeaways: Cooper Kupp’s durability continues to be a problem
3 months, 1 week ago

Rams vs. Cardinals takeaways: Cooper Kupp’s durability continues to be a problem

LA Times  

Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp stands on the field before a preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys at SoFi Stadium on Aug. 11. A week after catching 14 passes for 110 yards and a touchdown against the Detroit Lions, Cooper Kupp suffered an ankle injury in the second quarter after catching a pass and turning it into a 24-yard gain. …

At his age, is Rams’ Cooper Kupp old news after two injury-plagued seasons? He says no
8 months ago

At his age, is Rams’ Cooper Kupp old news after two injury-plagued seasons? He says no

LA Times  

Rams’ Cooper Kupp cuts upfield after a catch against the Seahawks last season. Following Coop’s plan made it super easy and centered me in the right way.” Kupp joked he was “not a huge fan” of Nacua’s vomiting. We’ll put up with that.” As with Kupp, the Rams are anticipating the 2021 NFL offensive player of the year will bounce …

Rams receive what they need for playoff push: a healthy Cooper Kupp
1 year ago

Rams receive what they need for playoff push: a healthy Cooper Kupp

LA Times  

Rams receiver Cooper Kupp says he felt more healthy when running patterns against the Ravens last week. “There’s been weeks this year where for health or whatever reason, you know, that I feel like I haven’t been the player that I should be for this team,” Kupp said, “and that’s frustrating. “It certainly feels like I’m trending in that direction.” …

Cooper Kupp, Kyren Williams score 2nd-half touchdowns in Rams’ 26-9 win over Cardinals
1 year, 2 months ago

Cooper Kupp, Kyren Williams score 2nd-half touchdowns in Rams’ 26-9 win over Cardinals

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Although the Los Angeles Rams have played plenty of stellar offensive football over the past seven seasons, Sean McVay’s team hasn’t usually done it by simply squaring its shoulders and running the ball straight through opposing defenses. Kyren Williams rushed for a career-high 158 yards and a touchdown, and Cooper Kupp made seven receptions for 148 yards …

LA Rams WR Cooper Kupp expected to make season debut against Philadelphia
1 year, 2 months ago

LA Rams WR Cooper Kupp expected to make season debut against Philadelphia

Associated Press  

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — Cooper Kupp has watched with admiration from the sidelines while Matthew Stafford, rookie Puka Nacua and the Los Angeles Rams fielded one of the NFL’s best passing offenses in the first four games of the season. They’ve rebounded solidly this season with an uninjured Stafford throwing expertly to Kupp’s supporting group of receivers, and the elder …

Cooper Kupp, Matthew Stafford look healthy in Rams practice ahead of Eagles game
1 year, 2 months ago

Cooper Kupp, Matthew Stafford look healthy in Rams practice ahead of Eagles game

LA Times  

The Rams are glad to be getting star receiver Cooper Kupp back on the practice field. Matthew Stafford on Wednesday threw passes to Cooper Kupp during a Rams practice for the first time since Kupp suffered the hamstring injury that landed him on injured reserve. McVay said Kupp would be listed as limited, but then suddenly channeled the movie “Anchorman” …

Rams star receiver Cooper Kupp will miss season opener; injured-reserve list next?
1 year, 3 months ago

Rams star receiver Cooper Kupp will miss season opener; injured-reserve list next?

LA Times  

Rams star receiver Cooper Kupp, who has been nursing a hamstring injury, will not play in the opener Sunday at Seattle, coach Sean McVay said Wednesday. We don’t have to make that decision quite yet.” Without Kupp, the Rams’ receiving corps could include Van Jefferson, Tutu Atwell and rookie Puka Nacua or Ben Skowronek as starters. “I’m really looking forward …

Rams WR Cooper Kupp leaves practice early with a hamstring injury
1 year, 4 months ago

Rams WR Cooper Kupp leaves practice early with a hamstring injury

Associated Press  

IRVINE, Calif. — Rams receiver Cooper Kupp left Los Angeles’ practice early with a hamstring injury Tuesday night, and the team is uncertain how long he will be sidelined. Matthew Stafford and other players didn’t see exactly what happened, but coach Sean McVay said he was told Kupp “came up a little bit in a red zone route.” “Obviously we’re …

Rams planning to shut down wide receiver Cooper Kupp for rest of season
2 years ago

Rams planning to shut down wide receiver Cooper Kupp for rest of season

LA Times  

The Rams’ Cooper Kupp moves upfield Nov. 6 at Tampa Bay. Quarterback Baker Mayfield is on track to start the Rams’ last four games, but injured star wide receiver Cooper Kupp will not be catching any of Mayfield’s passes. “You won’t see Cooper this year,” McVay said during a videoconference with reporters, adding, “I would be hard-pressed to see any …

49ers on Rams: ‘It’s the Cooper Kupp show, like no matter how you try to slice it up’
2 years, 2 months ago

49ers on Rams: ‘It’s the Cooper Kupp show, like no matter how you try to slice it up’

LA Times  

Rams receiver Cooper Kupp scores on a jet sweep run as Arizona’s Marco Wilson is unable to stop him. During last Sunday’s victory over the Arizona Cardinals, Kupp took a handoff from quarterback Matthew Stafford on a misdirection play and ran around the left end 20 yards for his first career rushing touchdown. “I’d like to think I’m a better …

No Matthew Stafford TD? A Cooper Kupp rushing TD? Rams win a weird one vs. Cardinals
2 years, 2 months ago

No Matthew Stafford TD? A Cooper Kupp rushing TD? Rams win a weird one vs. Cardinals

LA Times  

Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp scores on a 20-yard jet sweep against the Cardinals on Sunday. After getting routed by the Buffalo Bills in their opener, and nearly blowing a 21-point lead in a victory over the Atlanta Falcons, the Rams neutralized the Cardinals and did enough on offense to have confidence heading into their Oct. 3 game against the …

Cooper Kupp has at least 75 million ‘thank yous’ for new contract with Rams
2 years, 6 months ago

Cooper Kupp has at least 75 million ‘thank yous’ for new contract with Rams

LA Times  

Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp and coach Sean McVay watch drills Thursday during mandatory minicamp. Kupp cited Rams coaches and teammates who helped the Rams win Super Bowl LVI to cap an historic individual season. “But none of it is possible without the guys that I have around me, and that’s the bottom line, point blank, period.” Kupp, who turns …

Rams continue to lock up stars with receiver Cooper Kupp latest to get big bucks
2 years, 6 months ago

Rams continue to lock up stars with receiver Cooper Kupp latest to get big bucks

LA Times  

The Rams’ Cooper Kupp celebrates after the team’s Super Bowl victory. Record-setting receiver Cooper Kupp said he wanted negotiations on a new contract with the Rams to be a collaborative effort, something that would result in a great outcome for his family and for the team. “That place exists,” he said this week, “and it’s just getting there.” The Rams …

Allen Robinson might take Matthew Stafford-led Rams offense ‘to the next level’
2 years, 7 months ago

Allen Robinson might take Matthew Stafford-led Rams offense ‘to the next level’

LA Times  

Growing up in Detroit, Allen Robinson watched a parade of Lions quarterbacks come and go. “Don’t know yet,” he said, “Still working on it.” Coach Sean McVay indicated it was unlikely Stafford would throw in team drills before training camp. Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp and quarterback Matthew Stafford celebrate after defeating the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20 in Super Bowl LVI …

How much can star-studded Rams afford to pay NFL’s best receiver, Cooper Kupp?
2 years, 8 months ago

How much can star-studded Rams afford to pay NFL’s best receiver, Cooper Kupp?

LA Times  

Wide receiver Cooper Kupp, left, and quarterback Matthew Stafford rejoice in the Rams’ Super Bowl LVI victory. After the Rams’ victory in Super Bowl LVI, coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead said quarterback Matthew Stafford, defensive lineman Aaron Donald and Kupp were in line for extensions. “We all know what a special player he is, and it definitely …

Rams left tackle Andrew Whitworth to retire after 16 seasons
2 years, 9 months ago

Rams left tackle Andrew Whitworth to retire after 16 seasons

LA Times  

Andrew Whitworth, the Rams’ left tackle for the last five seasons and a pillar of the Super Bowl championship team, will retire after a 16-year NFL career, the team announced Tuesday. The 6-foot-7, 330-pound Whitworth capped his career in February by helping the Rams defeat the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium. In his first season, Whitworth …

Behind the Lens: My favorite Super Bowl photo
2 years, 10 months ago

Behind the Lens: My favorite Super Bowl photo

LA Times  

Gina Ferazzi My favorite shot was when Donald sacked the Bengals QB with just moments left in the game. Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald sacks Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow to seal the Super Bowl win for the Rams at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022 in Inglewood, California. Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald celebrates after …

Analysis: Built to win now, Rams deliver a Super Bowl title
2 years, 10 months ago

Analysis: Built to win now, Rams deliver a Super Bowl title

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Built to win now, the Los Angeles Rams delivered a shiny, new trophy for Tinseltown. Stafford tossed a 1-yard touchdown pass to Kupp with 1:25 remaining and the Rams rallied to beat the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20 to win the Super Bowl at home in their glitzy, $5 billion stadium built by owner Stan Kroenke. “I think it’s …

The Rams Had the Dudes
2 years, 10 months ago

The Rams Had the Dudes

Slate  

In sports movies, the big game inevitably comes down to an unheralded player delivering in the clutch to win a championship. The simplest way to understand the Los Angeles’ Rams 23-20 win over the Cincinnati Bengals is that the Rams had the best dudes. The Rams couldn’t run with Akers, so on an early 4th-and-1 to keep the drive alive, …

Kupp’s late TD lifts Rams over Bengals 23-20 in Super Bowl
2 years, 10 months ago

Kupp’s late TD lifts Rams over Bengals 23-20 in Super Bowl

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Their defense laying siege to the Bengals, the Rams needed something — anything — from their slumbering offense. No matter: When Cooper Kupp caught a 1-yard pass from Matthew Stafford with 1:25 remaining, LA’s offense indeed had awakened just in time for a 23-20 Super Bowl victory Sunday. “As far as building this stadium,” said Rams owner …

Kupp, Donald star as Rams down Bengals to win Super Bowl
2 years, 10 months ago

Kupp, Donald star as Rams down Bengals to win Super Bowl

Al Jazeera  

The Rams came back from 20-13 down early in the third quarter to claim a second Super Bowl title. Cooper Kupp scored two touchdowns and Aaron Donald spearheaded a fearsome defensive display as the Los Angeles Rams defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20 to win the Super Bowl. Kupp scored a decisive touchdown with less than 90 seconds remaining to give …

Rams star Cooper Kupp earns the MVP that counts most
2 years, 10 months ago

Rams star Cooper Kupp earns the MVP that counts most

LA Times  

Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp breaks a tackle to get past Cincinnati Bengals safety Jessie Bates during the first half of Super Bowl LVI on Sunday at SoFi Stadium. × Fans celebrate the Rams’ first Super Bowl victory in Los Angeles, a 23-20 triumph over the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium. Kupp is just the second receiver to be named …

Rams’ 23-20 Super Bowl LVI win over the Bengals by the numbers
2 years, 10 months ago

Rams’ 23-20 Super Bowl LVI win over the Bengals by the numbers

LA Times  

Rams coach Sean McVay holds the Lombardi Trophy after defeating the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LVI. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Rams’ 23-20 Super Bowl LVI victory over the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium on Sunday: 21 Games played by Super Bowl participants this season, an NFL record. 36 Age of the Rams’ Sean McVay — specifically …

Photos: Rams defeat Bengals 23-20 in Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium
2 years, 10 months ago

Photos: Rams defeat Bengals 23-20 in Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium

LA Times  

The Rams won their first Super Bowl in Los Angeles on Sunday in a 23-20 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium. Rams defensive end Aaron Donald celebrates with cornerback Jalen Ramsey after pressuring Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow into an incomplete pass on fourth down. Rams nose tackle Greg Gaines celebrates after defensive end Aaron Donald forced Cincinnati Bengals …

QB connections for Rams’ Cooper Kupp started at Eastern Washington with SoCal star
2 years, 10 months ago

QB connections for Rams’ Cooper Kupp started at Eastern Washington with SoCal star

LA Times  

Eastern Washington wide receiver Cooper Kupp celebrates with fans after winning an NCAA football game against the Washington State in Pullman, Wash., in 2016. “Those guys had 24-hour access.” It explained why, during the 2013 and 2014 seasons in Cheney, Wash., a city of 12,000 tucked in rolling wheat fields south of Spokane, Eagles quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. received texts …

Rams takeaways: Matthew Stafford was clutch, but Sean McVay was still confounding
2 years, 10 months ago

Rams takeaways: Matthew Stafford was clutch, but Sean McVay was still confounding

LA Times  

Rams linebacker Von Miller hoists the NFC championship trophy after L.A. defeated the 49ers at SoFi Stadium on Sunday. The Rams advanced to Super Bowl LVI with a 20-17 victory over the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game on Sunday at SoFi Stadium. Sean McVay is walking a tightrope with some of his game management decisions McVay had …

Rams’ fourth-quarter comeback to beat 49ers makes spot in home Super Bowl extra sweet
2 years, 10 months ago

Rams’ fourth-quarter comeback to beat 49ers makes spot in home Super Bowl extra sweet

LA Times  

Rams linebacker Travin Howard, left, celebrates with teammates after intercepting a pass from 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo to seal the Rams’ NFC championship win Sunday at SoFi Stadium. “We got one more.” On the one-year anniversary of the blockbuster trade for quarterback Matthew Stafford — the Rams’ pronouncement that they were pursuing a boom-or-bust run to the Super Bowl — …

Rams’ Cooper Kupp still learning his most valuable lessons with 49ers ahead
2 years, 10 months ago

Rams’ Cooper Kupp still learning his most valuable lessons with 49ers ahead

LA Times  

Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp has his sights set on the football as a pass from Matthew Stafford comes down past Buccaneers defensive back Antoine Winfield Jr. But as the Rams prepare to play the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game Sunday at SoFi Stadium, Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris and offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell said Kupp and …

A receiving ‘triple crown’ is of less concern to Rams’ Cooper Kupp than beating 49ers
2 years, 11 months ago

A receiving ‘triple crown’ is of less concern to Rams’ Cooper Kupp than beating 49ers

LA Times  

Only three players in NFL history have achieved the feat, the last nearly two decades ago. But Kupp’s performance catching passes from quarterback Matthew Stafford — he is within 171 yards of amassing 2,000 yards receiving — and blocking for Rams running backs put him in the MVP conversation. “Being able to bounce things off a player of that caliber, …

Cooper Kupp close to drawing Kobe and Tom Brady comparisons
3 years ago

Cooper Kupp close to drawing Kobe and Tom Brady comparisons

LA Times  

Rams receiver Cooper Kupp, right, celebrates with teammates after scoring the winning touchdown against the Seahawks in the fourth quarter. With nine receptions in the Rams’ 20-10 victory over the Seattle Seahawks on Tuesday night, Kupp now has 122 catches, three more than the previous franchise record established by Isaac Bruce. Rams receiver Cooper Kupp stiff-arms Seahawks cornerback Sidney Jones …

Stockpiling for Super Bowl run, Rams add marquee receiver Odell Beckham Jr.
3 years, 1 month ago

Stockpiling for Super Bowl run, Rams add marquee receiver Odell Beckham Jr.

LA Times  

Odell Beckham Jr. is a big addition to a Rams squad already flush with great receivers. Star cornerback Jalen Ramsey got Odell Beckham Jr. on the phone, and Rams players took turns pitching the star free-agent receiver on why L.A. was the place. “He’s outstanding when the ball is in the air, going up and making catches,” Stafford said of …

Cooper Kupp’s success opens up possibilities for other Rams receivers
3 years, 2 months ago

Cooper Kupp’s success opens up possibilities for other Rams receivers

LA Times  

Rams receiver Cooper Kupp dives for the end zone for a touchdown in front of Buccaneers cornerback Carlton Davis in the third quarter. Rams receiver Cooper Kupp is in his fifth season playing in coach Sean McVay’s offense. “So really appreciative for those guys and for the work we’re doing just as a team offensively.” Rams Matthew Stafford hears superlatives …

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