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NFL free-agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. has put his Columbia Station, Ohio, home on the market for $3.3 million, per Ryan Glasspiegel of the New York Post.

The four-bedroom, seven-bathroom house, which is located a little over 20 miles from Cleveland, has a host of amenities that includes a jaw-dropping walk-in closet.

The house was last sold on Sept. 6, 2019, which marked two days before Beckham made his debut with the Cleveland Browns.

He played two-plus seasons in Cleveland before parting ways with the Browns and signing with the Los Angeles Rams during the middle of last season.

Beckham helped guide the Rams to a Super Bowl win and caught 21 passes for 288 yards and two touchdowns in the playoffs. He had two catches for 52 yards and a score before suffering a torn ACL midgame.

The three-time Pro Bowler had successful knee surgery in February, though, and Tyler Dragon of USA Today provided an encouraging update in April:

Beckham has played eight NFL seasons, amassing five 1,000-yard seasons and scoring 57 touchdowns along the way.

The 2022 NFL offseason has featured record-breaking contracts for wide receivers, but Los Angeles Rams star Cooper Kupp apparently isn't set on joining those ranks.

According to NFL Network's Andrew Siciliano, Kupp was asked if it's a goal of his to become the highest-paid receiver in the league. He responded, "I don't think that's the approach that I take."

Kupp continued: "There's a place you want to be. There's a place that I think is fair.

"I'm not trying to beat anybody. I'm not trying to compare myself to anyone else."

Kupp signed a three-year, $47.3 million contract extension in September 2020 that included $35.1 million guaranteed. Per Spotrac, his cap hit will be $18.7 million in 2022, the third-highest on the Rams behind Aaron Donald's $26.8 million and Jalen Ramsey's $23.2 million.

Kupp is coming off one of the most prolific seasons for a wide receiver in NFL history. He was named Offensive Player of the Year after winning the triple crown by leading the league with 145 receptions, 1,947 receiving yards and 16 receiving touchdowns.

The 28-year-old continued to dominate in the postseason to help lead the Rams to their second Super Bowl championship in franchise history. Kupp caught the game-winning touchdown in Super Bowl LVI to lead Los Angeles past the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20 and earn MVP honors. He also set a postseason record with 33 receptions in four games.

There have been a few notable deals for wide receivers this offseason. The Miami Dolphins acquired Tyreek Hill from the Kansas City Chiefs last month and gave him a four-year, $120 million pact with $72.2 million guaranteed. A week prior to that, the Las Vegas Raiders gave Davante Adams $140 million over five years, including $65.7 million guaranteed, after acquiring him from the Green Bay Packers.

As the receiver market continues to grow, Kupp will one day be in line for a huge payday, whether he wants it or not.

The Los Angeles Rams have "been in contact" with free-agent cornerback Stephon Gilmore, per Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic:

The Rams have been in contact with Gilmore this offseason, a source said. If signed, Gilmore would occupy the outside cornerback role opposite Jalen Ramsey. If and when Ramsey moves into the 'Star' position, either Robert Rochell or David Long Jr. can play the other outside spot (I also expect the Rams to draft a cornerback).

The five-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro has played 10 NFL seasons for the Buffalo Bills, New England Patriots and Carolina Panthers. His best season occurred with the Pats in 2019, when he amassed NFL highs in both interceptions (six) and passes defended (20) en route to Associated Press Defensive Player of the Year honors.

Gilmore spent last season with the Panthers after New England traded him before the season. He played just eight games during an injury-shortened campaign that saw him start the year on the physically unable to perform list (PUP) after suffering a partially torn quad the year before.

Despite playing less than half the season, Gilmore found himself in yet another Pro Bowl. He had 16 tackles and a pair of interceptions on the year.

Pro Football Focus ranks Gilmore as the 16th-best free agent and second-best cornerback in this year's class:

Gilmore made the Patriots' defense tick from 2017 to 2019 as he played lockdown man coverage better than any corner in the league. He's at his best playing press man where he can cover the league's best receivers, but he comes back down to Earth when asked to play more zone concepts.

Adding Gilmore would be a luxury for the Super Bowl champion Rams, who already looked primed for a repeat run with many of their players from last year's team returning. Jalen Ramsey and Gilmore could easily form the NFL's top cornerback duo as defensive lineman Aaron Donald wrecks havoc up front as usual.

For now, Gilmore remains one of the best free agents available.

Aaron Donald is not only preparing to return for his ninth NFL season, the Los Angeles Rams star said he is getting "faster" in training. 

"I feel quick. I feel explosive," Donald said on the Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast (via Grant Gordon of NFL.com). "I don't feel like I'm slowing down—if anything, I feel like I'm getting faster. I feel like I'm in better shape. I keep telling people, I get better with age, man. I don't slow down. I just feel like I'm getting that much stronger. I look better with age and all that."

This could be a scary thought for opponents after Donald led the Rams to a championship last season.

"We got a real shot to repeat and really win a Super Bowl," Donald said on the podcast.

The 30-year-old was noncommittal on returning to the field after the Super Bowl win over the Cincinnati Bengals in February. 

Rodney Harrison of NBC Sports reported there was a "strong possibility" Donald would retire in the offseason.

It's now clear Donald will return for 2022 while becoming an even tougher matchup for offensive lines.

With three Defensive Player of the Year awards already on his resume and a first-team All-Pro selection in each of the last seven years, it's hard to imagine a faster, stronger version of the defensive tackle.

Matthew Stafford and his family have taken to Los Angeles very quickly. 

Two months after leading the Rams to a Super Bowl title, Stafford reportedly has bought two homes in Los Angeles from hip-hop star Drake for a total of $11 million. 

Per Katherine Clarke of the Wall Street Journal, the Stafford family bought the neighboring houses for nearly $4 million more than the asking price ($7.6 million). 

Clarke noted the houses are located in the Hidden Hills area of Los Angeles that is "known for drawing celebrities and professional athletes."

Drake originally purchased three properties together within the past decade. According to Clarke, the third house is still on the market with an asking price of $14.8 million. 

The properties Stafford purchased are 6,000 square feet combined. One of the houses has five bedrooms, a heated pool, 800-square foot guesthouse and a pool house. The other has three bedrooms and a large antique brick fireplace in the living room. 

When Stafford was first traded to the Rams in March 2021, he bought a 15,000-square foot home for nearly $20 million as it was being constructed in Hidden Hills. The amenities in that property include a commercial theater, home gym and a massage room with a steam shower. 

Stafford can certainly afford to expand his portfolio as much as he has in the past 12 months. The 34-year-old agreed to a four-year, $160 million contract extension with the Rams in March. 

Veteran linebacker Bobby Wagner is visiting the Los Angeles Rams on Wednesday and there is "mutual interest in doing a deal," per the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

The Seattle Seahawks released Wagner earlier in March.

Wagner, 31, remains one of the best linebackers in football. The eight-time Pro Bowler, six-time first-team All-Pro selection and one-time champion registered 170 tackles, a sack, interception and forced fumble in 16 games last season.

But with the Seahawks transitioning into a rebuild after trading veteran quarterback Russell Wilson, the team opted to release Wagner and take the cap savings.

That decision could ultimately benefit the defending champions, who have seen their fair share of departures. Gone are players like Von Miller, Austin Corbett, Darious Williams, Andrew Whitworth, Sebastian Joseph-Day and Robert Woods.

But the Rams signed wideout Allen Robinson, signed Matthew Stafford to a contract extension and may do the same for Aaron Donald. They also retained offensive linemen Joe Noteboom and Brian Allen, big moves to maintain continuity in front of Stafford.

Adding Wagner would certainly take away some of the sting of losing players like Miller and Williams, though the team still has question marks off the edge and at corner. But Wagner would be a major upgrade in the middle of Los Angeles' defense.

And signing him would be another indication that the Rams—who have been extremely aggressive in adding veterans via trades and signings in recent years—aren't about to take their foot off the proverbial gas pedal.

The Los Angeles Rams are still looking to re-sign free-agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. this offseason.

"He's someone that we definitely want back," general manager Les Snead said Tuesday, per Greg Beacham of the Associated Press. "A little bit more complex situation based on the injury. We envision it being similar but different circumstances to last year. When Odell is ready to play, we'd appreciate him being part of [the Rams]."

Beckham spent his last eight games of the 2021 season with the Rams after being waived by the Cleveland Browns. He scored a touchdown in the Super Bowl before suffering a torn ACL in the team's eventual win over the Cincinnati Bengals. 

Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported Beckham is expected back in early November. 

The wideout was a valuable addition for the Rams, recording 69 catches for 593 yards and seven touchdowns across 12 games, including the playoffs. 

Beckham also recently praised L.A. quarterback Matthew Stafford:

Los Angeles does already have All-Pro wideout Cooper Kupp and added Allen Robinson in free agency, but ESPN's Adam Schefter noted the team still has money to re-sign Beckham. 

The squad also traded Robert Woods to the Tennessee Titans, leaving room to add more receiver depth to help bring home another Super Bowl title.     

After leading the Los Angeles Rams to a Super Bowl title, Matthew Stafford earned himself a four-year contract extension, per ESPN's Adam Schefter.

The deal is worth $160 million total, including $135 million guaranteed.

The Rams announced the deal, though terms were not provided by the team.

Stafford was heading into the final year of his contract with a $23 million cap hit that ranked 11th among quarterbacks for 2022, per Spotrac.

The 34-year-old came to L.A. in a 2021 trade after spending his first 12 seasons with the Detroit Lions. Though he posted impressive individual numbers during this span, averaging 273.4 passing yards per game while totaling 282 passing touchdowns, he was often overlooked as a top quarterback due to a lack of team success.

Stafford reached the playoffs three times in Detroit—all first-round losses—and only earned one Pro Bowl selection in this time.

The Georgia product's outlook changed in just one season with the Rams, when he finished the regular season with 4,886 passing yards and 41 touchdowns. He posted a 102.9 quarterback rating, his best over a full season, while the team finished with a 12-5 record.

A strong playoff run was enough to lift the Rams to a championship, including 283 passing yards and three touchdowns in the Super Bowl win over the Cincinnati Bengals. The quarterback engineered a 15-play, 79-yard touchdown drive to give his team the lead with under two minutes remaining.

After proving himself on the field, the Rams will keep Stafford under contract as they try to extend their window of contention. His new deal will run through the 2026 season.

With Cooper Kupp, Allen Robinson II and other top weapons also on the roster, Los Angeles will continue to produce one of the league's most explosive offenses.

Free-agent wide receiver Allen Robinson II has agreed to a three-year, $46.5 million contract ($30.7 million fully guaranteed) with the Los Angeles Rams, per Tom Pelissero of NFL Network.

Robinson, who turns 29 years old in August, caught 38 passes for 410 yards and one touchdown in 12 games last year in his fourth season with the Chicago Bears (and eighth in the NFL).

It was a disappointing season for the Penn State product, who snagged 102 passes for 1,250 yards and six scores in 2020 after posting a 98/1,147/7 line the year prior. He never had more than six catches or 68 receiving yards in a single game in 2021.

Robinson played the first nine games before sitting the next three with a hamstring injury. He returned for a 45-30 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Dec. 12 but was soon sidelined for two more games after testing positive for COVID-19. He told reporters he lost about 10 pounds.

The eight-year NFL veteran played in the Bears' final two games.

Robinson's pro career began after the Jacksonville Jaguars selected him with the No. 61 pick in the 2014 draft. He broke out in 2015, notably catching 80 passes for 1,400 yards and 14 touchdowns in his second season.

Unfortunately, his 2017 campaign was cut short in Week 1 when he suffered a season-ending torn ACL. After the campaign ended, the free agent inked a three-year, $42 million contract with the Bears.

Following that deal, Chicago placed a franchise tag on Robinson, who played the year out on a one-year, $17,880,000 contract.

At 6'2" and 220 pounds, he presents a big target when healthy. He's been a bona fide No. 1 wide receiver on and off during his pro tenure despite often being saddled with poor and/or inconsistent quarterbacks.

He had seven starting quarterbacks during his four years with the Bears alone, with Mitchell Trubisky taking the bulk of the snaps before Chicago decided to move in a different direction after the 2020 season.

Still, Robinson's 2021 campaign was disappointing even if the Bears' quarterback situation was unsettled all season between veterans Andy Dalton and Nick Foles and rookie Justin Fields.

Perhaps a change of scenery will benefit him, though, as he looks to rebound from an off-year and regain some of his past magic.

Los Angeles Rams offensive tackle Andrew Whitworth announced his retirement Tuesday. 

"My chapter may have closed on the field, but my story is unfinished. Can't wait for the next one," Whitworth wrote on Instagram. "Thank you to everyone who has been part of my journey!"

Whitworth, 40, spent 16 seasons in the NFL and was a four-time Pro Bowler and two-time first-team All-Pro selection in stints with the Cincinnati Bengals and Rams.

His retirement doesn't come as a surprise after he played longer than expected. After the Rams lost to the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LIII in 2018, Whitworth said he would "let the offseason play out and kinda see what's best for the franchise, what's best for me, and we'll kind of see what happens."

While Whitworth reportedly told the Rams two days later that he would return, the fact that retirement was a consideration made it a strong possibility that the 2019 season could have been his last.

Instead, he lasted through the 2021 campaign and capped his playing days by winning his first championship in the Rams' triumph over the Bengals in Super Bowl LVI last month. It was a fitting full-circle moment for his career.

The announcement means the Rams will be looking to find a replacement at left tackle this offseason, be it via free agency, a trade or the NFL draft.

Protecting Matthew Stafford's blind side—a job Whitworth handled admirably—is a huge priority as the Rams look to remain a contender for years to come.