INDIANAPOLIS — The Giants and Matthew Stafford’s representatives met Tuesday at the NFL Scouting Combine, a source told The Post.

The move further escalates the likelihood of a new franchise quarterback coming to New York — even if it is a 37-year-old Pro Bowler for a team that is coming off of a 3-14 season.

Stafford, who is due a $26 million salary this season on his four-year, $160 million contract, is seeking a new deal.

The Rams have given his representatives permission to talk contract numbers with other teams, which will help gauge Stafford’s market.

Even if a mutually beneficial deal is reached, the Rams would have to decide to part ways with Stafford — a curious decision for a Super Bowl contender — and then determine fair trade compensation with the Giants or any other suitor.

Giants general manager Joe Schoen deferred comment to the Rams on Tuesday when asked whether he has had conversations with Stafford’s representation at the NFL Scouting Combine.