Matthew Stafford said recently that he would "take some time" to decide on his NFL future, fresh off a 16th season at age 36. Less than two weeks later, the Los Angeles Rams quarterback appears to have made his decision,
Right after the Los Angeles Rams loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the divisional round of the playoffs, quarterback Matthew Stafford said he would probably keep playing. That was confirmed on Wednesday,
Matthew Stafford plans to continue playing in 2025 but the Rams will likely need to work out a new deal with the veteran QB
Quarterback Matthew Stafford reportedly plans to return next season, but the Los Angeles Rams should start preparing for a future without him.
It has not taken long for Matthew Stafford‘s immediate future to become settled. The Rams are set to have their starting quarterback in place once again for 2025.
Stafford revised his contract with the Rams ahead of last season -- in a rather lengthy process -- and will now carry a $49.6 million cap number into the 2025 campaign. L.A. can save $27 million by trading him in a post-June 1 move, and $23 million as a post-June 1 cut, per Over The Cap.
Matthew Stafford has made his decision—he will play in 2025. However, contract negotiations with the Rams could shape the veteran quarterback’s future with the team.
Matthew Stafford reportedly plans to be back with the Los Angeles Rams next season. The 37-year-old quarterback said in his postseason press conference that he wanted to take some time to ponder his future,
“My understanding is Matthew Stafford does in fact plan to play next season,” NFL insider Ian Rapoport said. “This is essentially what he communicated to the Rams. Wanted to take some time off, but basically told them, ‘I feel good, I don't see why I wouldn't play.'”
Matthew Stafford reportedly plans to be back with the Los Angeles Rams next season. The 37-year-old quarterback said in his postseason press conference that he wanted to take some time to ponder his future,
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has given his final word on whether or not he will play in the 2025 NFL season.