The LA Rams believe that WR Brandin Cooks is one of the most valuable wide receivers in the NFL. They believe it so much that they put their money where their mouth is, and offered him a very lucrative contract. His reaction? Simply put, he put up one of the worst seasons in his NFL career. That is complicated with an injury history that makes some ask if his NFL career hangs in the balance, ending with his next hard hit.
The Rams never factored that into their contract for Cooks, insulating the wide receiver with lots of guaranteed dollars.