Matthew Stafford Rumors: 'Pretty Clear' Rams Star Is Giants' 'Top Priority' at QB

The New York Giants could be waiting for the Los Angeles Rams' contract negotiations with Matthew Stafford to play out before deciding on their next move at quarterback.

ESPN's Jordan Raanan wrote Wednesday he believes it is "pretty clear" the Giants have made Stafford their "top priority at quarterback."

The Athletic's Dan Duggan reported the Giants met with Stafford's representation at NFL Scouting Combine, which is taking place this week in Indianapolis, on Tuesday.

The team and Stafford's representation will try to work out a restructured contract for the quarterback, who was left with minimal guaranteed money in 2025 after renegotiations last offseason.

Rodrigue reported that the Rams are also allowing Stafford's agent to "talk with other teams about Stafford's contract terms," which could allow the Giants an in to the negotiations.

NFL Network's Peter Schrager recently reported that the split between Stafford and the Rams hinges on "a money issue," and that the veteran quarterback is seeking "more than $50 million" next season.

That wouldn't be all the Giants would have to give up to acquire Stafford. Any trade for the quarterback would likely cost draft compensation. The Giants' assets outside the 2025 first round include the No. 34 pick.

The franchise could be willing to pay a high price for a proven starter, however, given that the Giants currently have Tommy DeVito as the only quarterback signed through 2025.

The Giants are also slated to select third in upcoming draft, and general manager Joe Schoen said Tuesday at the combine that the franchise would consider adding both a rookie and veteran quarterback to the roster this offseason.

"Even if you get a young quarterback, you'd like to have a vet in the room with them to show them the ropes and how to be a pro," Schoen said (h/t Raanan).

Adding both Stafford and drafting a young quarterback like Cam Ward or Shedeur Sanders could potentially give the Giants both the chance to improve immediately after a 3-14 season while putting the franchise on track toward developing a future franchise quarterback.

That scenario hinges on Stafford, who ESPN's Adam Schefter recently reported wants to stay in Los Angeles, leaving the Rams.

Whatever decision the Rams end up making about their incumbent starter, they will be under pressure to make it soon. Stafford is owed a $4 million roster bonus on March 19.