Every day that passes by without a resolution to Matthew Stafford’s contract situation seems to be a step toward the Los Angeles Rams splitting with their quarterback. While reports indicate the Rams would like to keep Stafford,

According to reports from NFL Network and ESPN, the Rams are giving Stafford’s reps permission to talk with other teams as the offseason begins. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport added that the development does not stem from a trade request, but it could give Stafford and the Rams a better understanding of the quarterback’s value outside the team.