Matthew Stafford has a lot of paths based on where he is standing. Rumor has it that, after the Rams‘ refusal to re-sign him, many teams has approached the veteran quarterback. These teams are willing to pay him a minimum of $50 million per year or more. But why this much? Well, this is the amount that the QB has demanded. And while some speculate that these teams include the Giants, Browns, Steelers, and Raiders. Things have completely changed. A fresh angle emerged when the Giants’ general manager gave a bold statement.

Joe Schoen, the general manager of the New York Giants, is on a mission to fundamentally change the team. They did not have a terrific 2024 season, so they understood that the changes were necessary. The most significant alteration is at the quarterback position. While reports circulated that the team could bring in an experienced quarterback like Matthew Stafford, things do not look to be the same. Joe Schoen was recently asked about Stafford, and he responded as if the Giants were not even considering it.

Per Joe Schoen, “You have to ask the Rams that. He’s under contract with them, so that would be a question for the Rams.” Hmm, that’s interesting. Schoen’s statements have sparked widespread fire within the NFL community. Fans are questioning whether the Giants were actually interested in the first place or if it was all fake. But if the reports are to be believed, Adam Schefter has also indicated that the Giants were initially intrigued.

Schefter predicted, “Let me be very clear: That pick is not in the conversation if Matthew Stafford and the Rams can’t get a deal worked out, and if Matthew Stafford becomes available and all of a sudden the Giants surface as a contender.” Wait, if the NYG was interested in Matthew Stafford, what happened so abruptly? Well, nobody knows about that so far. But maybe there will be a revelation about it too soon.

While it appears that the Giants have indirectly suggested that they are out of the picture. And the Rams, on the other hand, are still seeking a suitable replacement for Matthew Stafford. And it seems like they have found one.

Can Aaron Rodgers become the replacement for Matthew Stafford?

Aaron Rodgers‘ 2024 season was a disaster. He cost his team a lot of games and was not able to lead his team anywhere. But is it possible for the quarterback to make a big comeback? Well, that’s what the fans are speculating and it may occur with a new team. Everyone is expecting Rodgers to go for the Rams as he hails from Los Angeles. And on top of that, the LA can release Matthew Stafford, which indicates they would want a QB right now. But does signing Aaron Rodgers make sense?

Many people have questioned Rodgers’ age as a quarterback. And if you recall, this was the reason Stafford was released in the first place. So, why would the Rams go with Aaron Rodgers? Tim Hasselbeck believes the same thing, as he stated on ESPN’s Get Up. There the former player stated, “[Aaron] Rodgers is a low-priority free agent. … I guarantee you that they are not trying to get older and slower at the position.” 

Given all of these circumstances, it is safe to conclude that Rodgers will most likely not join the Rams. Rather, recent reports indicate that the squad can utilise Jimmy G as a replacement quarterback. The 33-year-old is also experienced and has served as the backup quarterback. And it appears that now is his moment to lead the team from the front.