Free agent quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo is reportedly considering retirement after 12 seasons in the NFL, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The 34-year-old veteran, who most recently served as a backup for the Los Angeles Rams, is mulling a final decision regarding his professional future.
Garoppolo was widely considered the Rams' top choice to return as the primary backup to starter Matthew Stafford for the upcoming season. Throughout his career, Garoppolo has been a significant figure in the league, starting 64 games and playing for the New England Patriots, San Francisco 49ers, and Las Vegas Raiders before his stint in Los Angeles. Known for his tenure in San Francisco where he led the team to a Super Bowl appearance, Garoppolo has accumulated over $156 million in career earnings.
Per @RapSheet, the veteran signal-caller is currently weighing his options as he reaches the conclusion of over a decade in professional football. If he chooses to retire, the Rams will likely need to pivot to other veteran options to solidify their depth chart behind Stafford. Garoppolo has yet to make a formal announcement as he evaluates his next steps.
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