If San Francisco 49ers fans thought they were getting rid of Cooper Kupp, think again.
The Pro Bowl wide receiver is staying in the NFC West, instead going to play for the Seattle Seahawks on a three-year, $45 million deal.
Kupp is a Yakima, Washington native and attended Eastern Washington, so he’ll be playing for his hometown team, which seemingly played a factor in his decision.
The 31-year-old wideout is the latest addition this offseason for the Seahawks, joining quarterback Sam Darnold, defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence, and wide receiver Marquez Valdez-Scantling, among others.
The Seahawks have made quite a few moves regarding receivers over the past two weeks, releasing longtime wideout Tyler Lockett and trading star D.K. Metcalf to the Seattle Seahawks for a second-round pick.
Now, with Kupp and Valdez-Scantling in the mix, the Seahawks have a new trio with emerging star Jaxon Smith-Njigba with room to improve more in free agency and the 2025 NFL Draft.
Kupp had one of the worst years of his career in 2024 due to injuries, catching 67 passes for 710 yards and six touchdowns over 12 games. He spent the first eight years of his career with the Los Angeles Rams, but the team informed him they’d be moving in a different direction this offseason.
After the two sides couldn’t find a suitable trade partner, Kupp was released, paving the path for him to now join the Seahawks on a multi-year deal.
