Packers Could Target $11M Former Rams Backup Jimmy Garoppolo as Veteran Upgrade
Bleacher Report predicts Green Bay may pursue veteran QB after inconsistent 9-8 season, but team has distanced itself from trade talks
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- Green Bay Packers, coming off a 9-8 season and Wild Card loss to Chicago Bears, could target former Rams backup QB Jimmy Garoppolo as a veteran upgrade.
- Bleacher Report's Zach Bachar predicts the move, noting Garoppolo's experience under Sean McVay aligns with Matt LaFleur's coaching background.
- Garoppolo played just three games in 2024 on an $11M deal, appearing only for kneel-downs.
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The Green Bay Packers are coming off an inconsistent 2024 season where they finished 9-8 and lost in the Wild Card round to their rivals, the Chicago Bears. The team is looking to improve their quarterback situation after Desmond Ridder showed inconsistency. Jimmy Garoppolo, who played under Sean McVay with the Rams, has struggled with performance and injuries over the past two seasons while generating retirement speculation.
Green Bay Packers could target $11M former Los Angeles Rams backup as veteran upgrade after inconsistent season. The Green Bay Packers' performance in the last season dipped since 2024 as the team finished the season with 9 wins and 8 losses. As the Green Bay Packers lost the Wild Card round to the Chicago Bears, all eyes are on the next season as the team focuses on its roster. Green Bay Packers linked to former Los Angeles Rams' backup QB Jimmy Garoppolo A few hours ago, Bleacher Report's Zach Bachar predicted that the Green Bay Packers could make a move for the former Los Angeles Rams' player, Jimmy Garoppolo. Bleacher Report's Zach Bachar noted in a recent report, "Green Bay still has Desmond Ridder on its roster, but Ridder has been inconsistent when give extended playing time throughout his NFL career. As the Packers look to enter the NFC playoff picture once again, they could choose to bring in a veteran passer instead." Bleacher Report's Zach Bachar added, "Garoppolo may be a strong fit in Green Bay given his experience playing under McVay. Packers head coach Matt LaFleur was previously on McVay's coaching staff, serving as the Rams' offensive coordinator in 2017." However, the Green Bay Packers have maintained their distance from trade talks concerning Jimmy Garoppolo. Interestingly, the Los Angeles Rams are keen to re-sign Jimmy Garoppolo after his performance suffered in the last two seasons. A week ago, as per Stu Jackson of the team's official website, the Los Angeles Rams' head coach, Sean McVay opened up about Jimmy Garoppolo as he said, "Hey, I'd love to have Jimmy Garoppolo back with us…" The popular head coach added, "That's a big deal for us. He's earned the right to be able to take his time and do whatever he wants." But Jimmy Garoppolo has stayed silent as he deals with speculations of a potential retirement after a poor run on the field in the last two seasons. In the last season, Jimmy Garoppolo played in only three games after signing a one year deal worth $11 million with the Los Angeles Rams. Jimmy Garoppolo did not attempt a pass as his appearances were limited to kneel-downs to seal victories. In 2024, Jimmy Garoppolo missed the preseason as he was suspended from the first two games of the regular season for violating the league's performance-enhancing drug policy. For now, all eyes are on what Jimmy Garoppolo chooses to do next with his career amid retirement rumors.
Questions ouvertes
- Will Jimmy Garoppolo retire or continue playing?
- Would the Rams actually trade Garoppolo to a division rival?
- Can Garoppolo provide meaningful backup quality at this stage of his career?
