Is Cooper Kupp the missing piece for the Chiefs’ Super Bowl push?

The Rams are interested in trading the star wide receiver

Los Angeles Rams' Cooper Kupp could be joining a new NFL team before...

Los Angeles Rams’ Cooper Kupp could be joining a new NFL team before the trade deadlineLAPRESSE

 

As the NFL trade deadline approaches, all eyes are on the Kansas City Chiefs, a team in need of reinforcements at wide receiver.

After a series of injuries to key players, including Marquise Brown, Rashee Rice, and JuJu Smith-Schuster, the Chiefs find themselves with limited options for quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

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Rams Open to trading Cooper Kupp

Speculation is growing that the Chiefs could address this issue by pursuing a trade for Los Angeles Rams star wide receiver Cooper Kupp.

According to reports, the Rams are open to dealing Kupp, and they are willing to negotiate terms that could benefit any interested teams, including picking up part of his remaining salary.

Kupp, who has been sidelined since Week 2 with a high-ankle sprain, is set to return to the Rams’ lineup for their Thursday night game against the Minnesota Vikings.

However, his time in Los Angeles might be in its final hours.

NFL insider Dianna Russini revealed that the Rams are asking for a second-round pick in return for Kupp, a price that could make him an attractive option for Kansas City.

The Rams, who are currently 2-4, are reportedly willing to part with their Super Bowl MVP as they look toward the future.

Kupp, who has been a vital part of the Rams’ offense since being drafted in 2017, boasts an impressive résumé, including 7,213 career receiving yards and 52 touchdowns.

Mahomes could be getting a new favorite target

For the Chiefs, who are still finding their rhythm offensively, the addition of Kupp could be a game-changer.

The Kansas City offense has struggled to generate explosive plays this season, and their current wide receiver group has been plagued by inconsistency.

While tight end Travis Kelce remains Mahomes’ primary target, adding a dependable wideout like Kupp would give the Chiefs the reliable hands and polished route-running they’ve been missing.

While Kupp has dealt with injuries, his potential impact is undeniable.

Despite his lack of elite speed, Kupp’s ability to find soft spots in defenses and his chemistry with quarterbacks have been key to his success.

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In a Mahomes-led offense, Kupp could thrive, creating another dimension to Kansas City’s passing game that opponents would have to account for.

As the trade deadline draws near, fans will be watching closely to see if Kansas City makes a bold move for Cooper Kupp or if another team steps up to secure his services.