Summer is the best time to evaluate dynasty assets and their place in the dynasty market. In this brand-new series, we will bring you a riser, faller, and longshot from each NFL team. We’ll cover dynasty values, potential trades, and overall team outlooks.
Let’s jump into the Los Angeles Rams!
RISER: Matthew Stafford, QB
The dynasty community and Los Angeles Rams fandom alike were excited to see how Stafford would follow up a career, Super Bowl-winning season. Unfortunately, both groups would be devastated when injuries derailed his 2022 campaign.
CURRENT MARKET VALUE
Stafford is the QB28 and 83rd overall in DLF’s June Superflex ADP.
I’m in complete lockstep with the June drafters in taking Aaron Rodgers, Trey Lance, and Brock Purdy over the Rams quarterback. While Lance and Purdy are competing for the starting job in San Francisco; both are a full decade younger than Stafford. The loser of this battle will be given another chance behind center with another team, possibly as soon as this upcoming season.
Desmond Ridder being valued slightly higher than the former Lion has both its merits and faults. Yes, the second-year Falcon quarterback is younger (read: healthier) and has a more impressive collection of weapons at his disposal. Yet, Ridder’s little to no track record of success could cause Falcons’ fans to chant Tyler Heinecke’s name where Stafford is the Rams clear franchise quarterback (when available).
FUTURE OUTLOOK
How exactly is Stafford the riser here?
This whole series has been loopy. I’ve never figured out what they’re trying to do.
I think I get what they’re going for, but in this case particularly, it doesn’t really make sense. Where has Stafford risen from? He has only fallen in value the last year. If anything, Cam Akers might be the only valid riser on the team, as he has risen a good deal from his lows during last season.
I understand it as those who will rise and fall over the 2023 season. Stafford did fall from this last injury-plagued season. He stands to regain some of that value this year if he can stay on the field.
