Stafford Sets NFL Record with 33rd Career Pick-Six in Rams' 30-26 Loss to Broncos

Matthew Stafford threw his 33rd career pick-six, setting a new NFL record, as the Los Angeles Rams lost 30-26 to the Denver Broncos on Sunday Night Football. Stafford threw two interceptions in the fourth quarter, both to Denver's Talanoa Hufanga, with one returned for a touchdown. Despite the loss, the Rams remain 1-2 and are still considered Super Bowl favorites by some analysts.
Key points
- Matthew Stafford threw his 33rd career pick-six, breaking a tie with Brett Favre to become the NFL leader in this category.
- The Los Angeles Rams lost 30-26 to the Denver Broncos, with the game featuring three lead changes in the final five minutes.
- Stafford threw two interceptions in the fourth quarter to Denver's Talanoa Hufanga, one of which was returned for a touchdown.
- The Rams out-gained the Broncos 273 to 67 in the first half but lost momentum in the third quarter, where Denver had 87 yards to Los Angeles' 19.
- Despite the 1-2 start, the Rams are still considered favorites to win the Super Bowl according to NBC Sports.
Background
Matthew Stafford has had a long career in the NFL, and this is his 33rd career pick-six, setting a new record. The Los Angeles Rams are currently 1-2, but they are still considered favorites to win the Super Bowl. The Denver Broncos are 2-1 and have been playing well at home.
How outlets are covering it
NBC Sports focused on Stafford's record-setting pick-six and his self-criticism, while the Rams' official site emphasized the team's resilience and the close nature of the game. ESPN was not available due to a 403 error.
Why it matters
This loss highlights the Rams' struggles with efficiency and momentum, but it also shows their ability to come back and compete. Stafford's record-setting pick-six is a significant milestone, but it also raises questions about his decision-making under pressure.
What to watch
The Rams will need to improve their efficiency and momentum in future games. Stafford will need to be more careful with his throws, and the team will need to find a way to maintain their lead in close games.
- Matthew Stafford says “I’ve got to be better” after NFL-record 33rd career pick six nbcsports.com
- Broncos 30-26 Rams (Sep 27, 2026) Game Recap ESPN
- Sean Payton gives simple reason for why he's ‘uncomfortable’ with Broncos play to start games despite winning Yahoo Sports
- From the Podium: Sean McVay, Matthew Stafford and Josh Wallace recap Rams narrow loss to Broncos on Sunday Night Football Rams
- The Rams felt they should have beaten the Broncos. The reality is they’re 1-2 The New York Times
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