IRVINE, Calif. — Los Angeles Rams Sean McVay, the head coach, said that he had signed a contract extension in the offseason. However, the team was awaiting to announce the extension until Les Snead, the general manager signed one.
McVay was interviewed about the possibility of a contract extension during his first press conference at training camp. He stated, “We are at a good point. … I feel great about the direction we are going and I think it will be something where Les and I will decide.
McVay stated Tuesday that he answered that question in July because “We wanted that to be announced when we both could.” [had] gotten done.”
McVay stated that while it is something we have taken care off, it is still very important that Les and I are represented as a partner and a team.
McVay stated that he felt “good” about the extension and said it was “always an really good dialogue that existed.”
McVay stated Tuesday that “these things take time but I believe it is important.” “We were respectful of the process. It should be possible to announce it when Les and I get done. It’s getting better every day, but this is where it is right now.
McVay & Snead are leading the Rams to a Super Bowl LVI win. This is their second appearance at Super Bowl since McVay was hired back in 2017.
McVay was the youngest ever head coach in modern NFL history, when he was hired to lead Los Angeles to a 55-26% record over five seasons.
Snead became general manager of Rams in 2012. The franchise is currently 86-74-1 during his 10 seasons in charge. Snead was the 15th pick in the 2016 draft, and the first overall pick for the quarterback pick. Jared Goff.
One of his most notable trades was the addition of a quarterback Matthew Stafford In January 2021, linebacker Von Miller In November 2021. He also signed wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. Mid-season is another key component of the Rams’ Super Bowl run and playoff win.
Snead’s front office and the Rams have also extended large contracts this offseason, signing Stafford as well as wide receivers Cooper Kupp Through the 2026 season, Aaron Donald was reworked to become the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL.