The 31 year-old vet. seems adamant that his time with the Los Angeles Rams is over.
On the 4th February, Kupp broke the news on X (twitter) that his beloved Rams: "will be seeking a trade immediately and will be working with me and my family to find the right place for me to continue to compete for championships."
With this love story nearing its end Kupp reiterated his desire to remain with the franchise, Kupp said: "I don't agree with the decision and believed it was always going to begin and end in LA."
This year Kupp produced an underwhelming 710 yards from 67 receptions, where his frustrations grew over a lack of targets by long standing teammate and quarterback Matthew Stafford.
Being 31 years old and commanding $30 million in wages this year it seems logical for head coach Sean McVay to cut ties with Kupp. This offseason move would generate both draft capital and a large sum of money to redistribute between multiple offseason additions.
So here are five landing spots where we could see Cooper Kupp lining up for in 2025:
Denver Broncos
Sean Payton's Broncos come off the back of a promising 10-7 season which saw them clinch playoff football for the first time since 2015, all with rookie quarterback Bo Nix at the helm.
Selected at 12, Nix went for 3,775 yards and 34 touchdowns, the highest amongst rookie QBs, where he displayed glimpses of real league experience in his decision making and ability to throw in tight windows.
But how does Kupp come into this functioning offence?
In the offseason prior, star receiver Jerry Jeudy left for a $58 million deal in Cleveland, leaving a thin WR room talent wise. They managed to bolster the group with Oregon teammate Troy Franklin but lacked an instinctive WR1 on the outside.
A potential trade of a fourth (conditional third) and sixth round pick for Kupp's talents would suffice where he'd also pair nicely with Courtland Sutton, who put up 1081 yards from 81 receptions, giving their franchise QB a true variety of passing options.
Baltimore Ravens
John Harbaugh will look to maximise Lamar Jackson's weapons this offseason as they came up short in their hunt for the Lombardi trophy.
A safe pair of hands in Kupp would provide essential guidance for stud WR Zay Flowers who they selected in the first round in 2023, whilst retaining the optimum situation for the Ravens to win now.
Baltimore would provide Kupp the perfect situation where he can still compete for a championship, on a short 2 year $30 million deal whilst his body can meet the leagues requirements in physicality.
A 2025 fifth and 2026 fourth could tempt the Rams who would clear up roughly $15 million in cap space if they do cut ties with the vet.
Los Angeles Chargers
The refreshing addition of Michigan Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh has completely turned around the franchise, the Chargers went from 5-12 in 2023 to 11-6 in 2024 and have transformed into one of the most promising franchises.
Harbaugh has spruced up the trenches, drafting generational offensive tackle Joe Alt in the first round in 2024. A revitalised offensive line has aided the long-awaited development of QB Justin Herbert, who possess elite talent in the position.
Sitting pretty with the fourth best cap situation in the league, the Chargers can afford to be greedy during the offseason, similar to a move to Baltimore, Kupp would support the development of Ladd McConkey, who stood out with his shifty footwork and elusiveness in the slot.
Chargers general manager, Joe Hortiz could facilitate a trade of either Joey Bosa or Khalil Mack to the Rams for Kupp, with them both eating up a hefty portion of their salary cap.
New England Patriots
Equipped with a franchise QB in Drake Maye, Kupp could see a move to New England as his final chapter, where he'd almost certainly be WR1 and guaranteed well over 150 targets.
Former player Mike Vrabel as head coach, will see a remodel to a play-action orientated offence, Kupp, who excel's at finding unique pockets of space downfield would pair nicely with Maye's arm talent.
The Patriots also boast the largest cap kitty, near the $110 million mark, and wouldn't be offended if Kupp commanded a $20 million per-year figure.
With the Patriots firmly in a rebuilding stage, a trade involving picks wouldn't be ideal but they could manage giving up a 2025 fifth and seventh and a 2026 fifth, and build a roster with veteran talent whilst Maye grows.
Washington Commanders
Dan Quinn had a truly memorable 2024 campaign, taking his franchise all the way to the NFC Championship, with the absolute superstar that is Jayden Daniels.
Seen as the most exciting project in the entire NFL, Kupp would be silly not to hear out any proposals from the nations capital.
Offensive rookie of the year, Daniels, lacked an additional receiver downfield at times, hot in the pocket and no Terry McClauran open, Kupp could help thin opposition defences' resources making it near impossible for them to be shut out.
The Commanders too have a promising cap situation with just over $70 million making Kupp's contract no issue, its whether Quinn and GM Adam Peters see the vet as a better addition than lower level rookie talent.
