Matthew Stafford has not requested a trade, but has been granted permission to speak with other teams about his value

Echoing reporting from @TomPelissero: The #Rams have given permission for Matthew Stafford’s agent to speak with other teams about his value. This is not a trade request. Instead, the Rams and Stafford can gain a better understanding of his value outside the team, potentially… pic.twitter.com/ouYiIQtcr9

The Los Angeles Rams have given quarterback Matthew Stafford's camp permission to talk to other teams, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported.