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Matthew Stafford tied for sixth on the NFL’s all-time passing TD list with his 425th, a 10-yard TD to Kyren Williams that put the Rams up 14-0, after earlier connecting with Davante Adams for a 31-yard score; Favre sits fifth (508) and Brady leads with 649; Stafford is 10-of-12 for 157 yards with two TDs at halftime.
Matthew Stafford, at 38, is described as getting better with the Rams and positioned for a home shot at another Super Bowl in 2026. Coach Sean McVay credits his growth, and Stafford’s calm, precise play under pressure—evident in key moments from the postseason—stems from a healthy return from past injuries. With a strengthened supporting cast and leadership that’s focused on bringing teammates along, Stafford is chasing a title at SoFi rather than retirement.
FantasyPros’ 2026 Do Not Draft list highlights five players to avoid: Matthew Stafford (LAR) is unlikely to repeat last year’s QB1-level production due to age and an aging, thin receiving corps; Quinshon Judkins (CLE) could disappoint if QB play and the offensive line don’t improve after his rookie-season injuries; Rashee Rice (KC) carries off-field baggage and now sits at a high ADP with a potentially crowded target share and rehab questions; Brian Thomas Jr. (JAC) regressed in 2025 and may struggle to replicate rookie-year efficiency with Trevor Lawrence in a tougher offense; Jerry Jeudy (CLE) had a down 2025 and faces a new coaching staff and more WR competition, making his current price risky.
In a Rams-Cowboys joint practice, Matthew Stafford was largely precise with one interception by Justin Barron, while McVay praised his decision-making. Stetson Bennett IV and Ty Simpson split second-team reps behind Stafford, with Bennett handling most of the snaps and Simpson showing flair on a redzone drive. The Rams’ offensive line rotation—featuring McClendon Jr., Jackson, Avila, and Dotson—facilitated a strong run and pass game, though Puka Nacua left early and others stepped up. On defense, Byron Young and Josaiah Stewart keyed the pass rush against Prescott and backups, Quentin Lake snagged a redzone interception, and Nate Landman piled up run stops, with Garrett held out as a precaution.
Sports Illustrated’s 2026 preseason QB rankings place Patrick Mahomes first, Josh Allen second, and Matthew Stafford third after a historic MVP season. The piece surveys a mix of established stars and rising talents, with notes on health and durability as teams head into training camps, highlighting Stafford’s age and the surrounding weapons (Puka Nacua, Davante Adams, Kyren Williams) as factors shaping his title chase.
Week 1 OTAs produced early-season headlines: the Rams’ Stafford-time over extension and a potential handoff to Ty Simpson, with Davante Adams and Puka Nacua highlighting a revamped unit amid Nacua’s rehab and looming contract questions; Justin Herbert returned after Europe tour; Lamar Jackson signaled he’s not chasing a fully guaranteed deal with Baltimore; Patrick Mahomes rejoined practices wearing a knee brace as he readies for the season; Bears coach Ben Johnson touted Luther Burden III’s potential, and Cleveland’s QB questions hint at a summer-long quarterback race involving Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders, and Dillon Gabriel.
Stafford, 38, acknowledged the Rams' selection of 23-year-old Ty Simpson and understands the move is about building for the future. He declined to reveal his private talks with coach Sean McVay but said their relationship is strong, and he plans to help Simpson while focusing on getting himself and the team ready for the 2026 season.
Breer’s May takeaways center on the Giants extending GM Joe Schoen to better align with John Harbaugh, creating stability as the new era takes shape, while also passing along updates such as Matthew Stafford’s updated Rams contract, Rashee Rice’s off-field concerns for the Chiefs, plus notes on the NFL’s Accelerator Program, Lions’ Campbell and Linderbaum option decisions, a CBA nuance about international games, and several quick-hit items on locker-room dynamics and June 1 cap rules.
Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and the team agreed to a one-year extension worth a base $55 million (up to $60 million with incentives), keeping the 38-year-old veteran under contract beyond 2026 in a year-to-year arrangement and preventing immediate free agency. Stafford, the 2009 No. 1 overall pick who helped the Rams win a Super Bowl in his first season with L.A., remains in the lineup as the team weighs longer-term options.
An American surgeon in Congo, Dr. Peter Stafford, tested positive for Ebola and was evacuated to Germany for treatment; his wife and four children remain in Congo under monitoring, while another physician exposed to the virus is being watched, as the Bundibugyo outbreak in Ituri province grows and officials warn of its rapid spread.
Breer’s mailbag surveys a range of topics: Joe Burrow’s potential career path could resemble Matthew Stafford’s, including a move later in his career; Maxx Crosby’s Raiders future and trade value; Elijah Sarratt’s fit for the Ravens; updates on the Seahawks’ sale; why teams value consensus draft boards; flag football contracts; Big Dom’s role with the Eagles; Vikings’ GM search options; Patriots’ hypothetical roster moves (AJ Brown trade, Clowney addition, Gonzalez extension); and the Cowboys’ looming Dak Prescott cap hit plus possible heir planning for 2027.
Matthew Stafford was named NFL MVP in a razor-thin vote over Drake Maye—the closest finish since 2003—after leading the league with 4,707 passing yards and 46 touchdowns with 8 interceptions for a 12-5 Rams and earning first-team All-Pro; Maye led in completion rate and accounted for 35 touchdowns, finishing second with 361 points to Stafford's 366 (24 first-place votes to Maye's 23). Stafford will return for his 18th season in 2026 as the Rams reached the NFC title game and Maye’s Patriots prepare for Super Bowl LX against the Seahawks.
Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was named the NFL MVP for the 2025 season by a panel of 50 NFL journalists, after leading the league in touchdowns (46) and yards (4,707) and guiding Los Angeles to a 12-5 record and the top offense in scoring and yardage; he edged Drake Maye for the award in AP voting.
Matthew Stafford was named NFL MVP after a standout regular season with the Los Angeles Rams, finishing with league-leading numbers (4,707 passing yards and 46 touchdowns) as the Rams went 12-5; he also earned All-Pro honors, edging Drake Maye for the award at NFL Honors.
Matthew Stafford capped a league-leading 4,707 passing yards and 46 TDs as the Rams went 12-5, but Los Angeles lost the NFC Championship to Seattle 31-27. The defeat slighted his MVP odds, though he remains a top contender amid a pecking order that Verge from Sam Darnold to Drake Maye in various rankings; Stafford’s performance still keeps him in the MVP conversation for 2025-26.