Stafford, Rams Close on New Contract

0:00On April 20th, the Los Angeles Rams in quarterback Matthew Stafford are hashing out a new contract with significant progress already made according to NFL Networks in Rabaport. At 38 years old, Stafford's showing no signs of hanging it up, especially after hinting he played into 2026 during his MVP. Speechback in February, coming off a stellar 2025 season, Stafford led the Rams to a 12 and 5 record, topping the league with 4,700. Seven passing yards, 46 touchdowns, and just eight picks while completing 65% of his throws. They've made it to the NFC Championship but failed to the Seattle Seahawks. Fans and analysts aren't shocked he's sticking around. Given his recent pro bowl nods in two of the last three years and consistent yardage over three, 1,700 each time, Stafford's career speaks volumes too, with a Super Bowl win and top rankings in all-time passing yards, completions, and touchdowns. In the playoffs, he lit it up with 936 yards and 6 scores over three games, proving father time and catching him yet.

1:08This deal could lock him in past 2026, keeping the Rams offense humming. Word is they're close to sealing in, so expect Stafford to keep dropping dimes and chasing rings for a few more seasons. You've been listening to NFL News today, AI-powered football coverage.