Jared Goff
FILE - In this Oct. 4, 2020, file photo, Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay, right, talks to quarterback Jared Goff (16) during the second half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif. McVay says he cannot talk about Matthew Stafford until the new league year begins in mid-March and the Rams' blockbuster quarterback trade is official. He is still allowed to talk about Goff, but the coach is not saying much. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)
Sean McVay won't say why Rams moved on from Jared Goff

By Greg Beacham Feb. 25, 2021 06:48 PM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020 file photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (14) makes a diving catch in front of Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Rashad Fenton (27) during the second half of an NFL football game in Tampa, Fla. Applying franchise and even transition tags to players can have major ramifications on a team's present and future. That was never more of a consideration than this year, with the salary cap decreasing by, for now, $18 million. That's the first time the cap has gone down, which is due to lost revenues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.(AP Photo/Jason Behnken, File)
Playing tag is no kids' game for NFL teams

By Barry Wilner Feb. 23, 2021 05:12 PM EST

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson walks off the field before an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Houston. Star quarterback Deshaun Watson has requested a trade from the Houston Texans, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021, because they weren’t authorized to discuss the request publicly. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
NFL carousel will spin soon, and not just for quarterbacks

By Barry Wilner Feb. 10, 2021 12:10 PM EST

FILE - In this Feb. 4, 2021, file photo, workers sculpt the Lombardi Trophy out of sand outside of Raymond James Stadium ahead of Super Bowl 55 in Tampa, Fla. The city is hosting Sunday's Super Bowl football game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
The biggest win: In 2020, NFL found ways to play every game

By Eddie Pells Feb. 07, 2021 12:08 PM EST

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) celebrates after scoring a 92-yard touchdown against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Jeudy lauds Lock, Watson in eyebrow-raising media tour

By Arnie Stapleton Feb. 04, 2021 08:40 PM EST

In this image provided by the Detroit Lions, Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell speaks during a news conference via video on his first day at the NFL football team's practice facility, Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021 in Allen Park, Mich. (Detroit Lions via AP).
Lions add D-line coach Todd Walsh to Dan Campbell's staff

Feb. 03, 2021 05:49 PM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021, file photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady reacts after winning the NFC championship NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, Wis. The Super Bowl matchup features the most accomplished quarterback ever to play the game who is still thriving at age 43 in Brady against the young gun who is rewriting record books at age 25. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File)
Tom Brady has denied 27 QBs in unparalleled playoff success

By Arnie Stapleton Feb. 03, 2021 04:32 PM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 20, 2020, file photo, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) passes the ball during the second quarter of the team's NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans in Nashville, Tenn. The Lions are trading Stafford to the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for quarterback Jared Goff, two future first-round picks and a third-round pick, a person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity Saturday night, Jan. 30, because the deal has not been completed. (AP Photo/Brett Carlsen, File)
AP sources: Lions trade Stafford to LA for Goff, draft picks

By Greg Beacham Jan. 30, 2021 10:37 PM EST

AP source: Detroit Lions trading quarterback Matthew Stafford to Los Angeles Rams for quarterback Jared Goff and picks

Jan. 30, 2021 10:20 PM EST
LOS ANGELES (AP) — AP source: Detroit Lions trading quarterback Matthew Stafford to Los Angeles Rams for quarterback Jared Goff and picks. ...

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff warms up before an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
Snead echoes McVay's uncertainty on Goff's future with Rams

By Greg Beacham Jan. 26, 2021 05:01 PM EST

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley (2) call signals against the Cincinnati Bengals during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Analysis: Backup QBs saw plenty of action in NFL playoffs

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 19, 2021 02:48 AM EST

Los Angeles Rams' Leonard Floyd walks off the field after an NFL divisional playoff football game Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers defeated the Rams 32-18 to advance to the NFC championship game. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Staley's departure, free agent questions loom over LA Rams

By Greg Beacham Jan. 18, 2021 04:44 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle A'Shawn Robinson walks off the field after an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers defeated the Rams 32-18 to advance to the NFC championship game. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Rams' defense struggles with injury hindering Donald

By Steve Megargee Jan. 16, 2021 09:59 PM EST

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers scores on a one-yard touchdown run past Los Angeles Rams' John Johnson during the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
Rodgers, Packers beat Rams 32-18 to reach NFC title game

By Steve Megargee Jan. 16, 2021 07:46 PM EST

Spectators skate at a local rink next to Lambeau Field before an NFL divisional playoff football game between the Los Angeles Rams and Green Bay Packers, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
Los Angeles Rams at Green Bay Packers 1/16/2021

Jan. 16, 2021 03:06 PM EST

Green Bay Packers' Aaron Jones reacts after running for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Tight games this weekend, with one upset projected

By Barry Wilner Jan. 15, 2021 01:47 PM EST

Green Bay Packers' Aaron Jones is congratulated by Aaron Rodgers and Corey Linsley after riunning for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Packers' potent offense faces big test from Rams' defense

By Steve Megargee Jan. 14, 2021 05:10 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Carlos Dunlap (43) leaps to try and deflect a pass from Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Scott Eklund)
Jared Goff to start for Rams in Green Bay; Wolford inactive

By Greg Beacham Jan. 14, 2021 03:24 PM EST

Packers host Rams with NFC championship game berth at stake

By The Associated Press Jan. 14, 2021 01:34 PM EST
LOS ANGELES RAMS (11-6) at GREEN BAY (13-3) Saturday, 4:35 p.m. ET, Fox OPENING LINE — Packers by 7 ...

Los Angeles Rams defensive end Michael Brockers (90) celebrates with Jalen Ramsey (20) after Brockers tackled New York Jets running back Frank Gore during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Brockers, Donald back together on Rams' D-line for playoffs

By Greg Beacham Jan. 13, 2021 09:08 PM EST