The Los Angeles Rams have made a notable decision as they gear up for the upcoming NFL season, opting to waive quarterback Dresser Winn during the initial round of roster cuts.
Following their final preseason game against the Houston Texans, Rams head coach Sean McVay and his coaching staff faced the difficult task of narrowing down their roster. A major offseason storyline was the signing of veteran quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, who joined the Rams after a challenging stint with the Las Vegas Raiders. Garoppolo secured a one-year deal valued at $4.5 million, with performance incentives that could boost his earnings to $12 million, potentially stepping in for Matthew Stafford if needed. Garoppolo’s past, marred by a two-game suspension for violating NFL rules concerning Therapeutic Use Exemptions, opened up a competition for the backup quarterback position. Stetson Bennett and Dresser Winn emerged as the main contenders during the preseason. After the last preseason match, McVay confirmed that Bennett would serve as Stafford’s backup as the season begins. With three quarterbacks already on the roster, Winn was ultimately left out. Last season, Winn spent time on the practice squad and briefly made it to the active roster. In addition to Winn, the Rams waived nine other players as they finalized their lineup for the regular season.
In related news, Puka Nacua has returned to practice after a knee injury, while Bennett, who took time off last season to focus on his mental health, is now poised to solidify his role as the Rams’ future quarterback, learning from the seasoned Super Bowl champion, Stafford.
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