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Although quarterback Matthew Stafford demonstrated a return to nearly Pro Bowl form in 2023, the Los Angeles Rams would be well to consider their options for Stafford’s ultimate replacement as soon as possible.
Stafford’s career trajectory is inexorably heading towards its twilight at age 36, especially in light of his 2022 spinal cord injury that kept him out of action for the final eight games of that campaign. This setback emphasises how crucial it is to make future plans.
According to CBS Sports expert Garrett Podell, the Rams might gain from picking JJ McCarthy of Michigan in the 2024 draft. Despite being considered a more developmental prospect than other quarterbacks in the draft class, McCarthy might benefit much from learning under Stafford.
“Sean McVay, the head coach of the Rams, adopts a strategy from former assistant and Packers head coach Matt LaFleur, benching a first-round quarterback for a season or two. When Green Bay switched from Aaron Rodgers to Jordan Love, it undoubtedly paid off. McCarthy may be just what the NFL needs to succeed after primarily playing in a run-first offence at Michigan—learning from Matthew Stafford.
Scouts had differing opinions on McCarthy’s draft prospects, especially in light of his recent success coaching Michigan to their first national championship since 1997. McCarthy is the draft’s biggest wild card at quarterback, according to ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr., and The Athletic’s Dane Brugler believes he should be chosen in the top 50.
McCarthy has an impressive 27-1 record as Michigan’s starting quarterback during his undergraduate career, which speaks for itself. His accomplishments include 6,226 passing yards, 49 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions. He also led the Wolverines to three straight Big Ten titles and two straight trips to the College Football Playoffs.
Throughout his 15-year career, Stafford’s tenacity and capacity to play through injuries have been defining characteristics. His lack of consistency has been apparent lately, though, as seen by the eight games he has missed in 2019 and 2022 and the two in 2023.
Considering Stafford’s hazy retirement date, it makes sense to invest in a quarterback with JJ McCarthy’s winning history and room to grow. It offers the Rams a competitive and strategic plan for succession while maintaining continuity.
