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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford completed only 41 percent of his passes inside the 10-yard line during the 2024 season.
Footballguys view: The Rams got Stafford signed to a two-year extension earlier this offseason, and now they need to get the most from the veteran quarterback. He's not the elite-level passer he used to be, but Stafford is perfect for the Sean McVay offense full of Shanahan concepts (play-action, zone-blocking). Projecting him for around 4,000 yards passing with 24 touchdowns (and around 10 interceptions) seems right, and that makes him a QB2 for Fantasy GMs. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford signed a renegotiated contract that will allow him to earn $44 million in 2025, according to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport. If Stafford is on the roster at the start of free agency in 2026, he will make another $40 million guaranteed.
Footballguys view: Considering that they don't have an heir apparent on the roster, Stafford seems likely to get every opportunity to earn that money. At this point, there's no reason to believe he can't play at a level similar to what we've seen in the last two years. He's 19-12 as a starter over that span, completing 64.2 percent of his passes for 7,727 yards with 44 touchdowns and 19 interceptions. Stafford gives the Rams a great shot at post-season play, and, as we've noted in the past, fantasy managers with stakes in Puka Nacua, Davante Adams, and Kyren Williams have a better chance of getting the most out of their investments. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford is expected to go year-to-year with his decision to continue playing, but head coach Sean McVay said he hopes Stafford plays for several more seasons.
Footballguys view: The Rams don't have an heir apparent on the roster. But they do have two first-round picks for 2026, having acquired the Falcons' top selection for next year. That gives them ammunition to trade up for a quarterback in 2026 if they so desire. Still, McVay's hope is understandable. Stafford has kept the Rams contenders. He is 19-12 as a starter the past two seasons, completing 64.2 percent of his passes for 7,727 yards with 44 touchdowns and 19 interceptions. "We have a chance with him every time he's at the switch, and love working with him," McVay told Adam Schein on SiriusXM's Mad Dog Sports Radio. In addition, fantasy managers with stakes in Puka Nacua, Davante Adams, and Kyren Williams have a better chance of getting the most out of their investments. |
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During a recent appearance on the podcast with Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce and retired NFL C Jason Kelce, Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford said that he will be a Ram for 'at least another year and hopefully some after that.'
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford's contract will be viewed and adjusted on a year-to-year basis, but head coach Sean McVay said he wants Stafford as long as he wants to play.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford reportedly agreed to terms on a restructured contract on Friday, Feb. 28, that will keep him with the team through at least the 2025 season, according to sources. Terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford will meet with the team in the facility Friday, Feb. 28, to discuss his future. The Las Vegas Raiders and New York Giants have discussed a two-year deal with $90-$100 million guaranteed with him.
Footballguys view: We'll see if the Rams can keep Stafford, or if they're ready to move on from the veteran passer. The Raiders have a huge need for Stafford, and it would be interesting to see him work with HC Pete Carroll and OC Chip Kelly. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford's representatives met with the New York Giants Tuesday, Feb. 25, according to a source.
Footballguys view: Stafford's brother-in-law, Chad Hall, is the Giants new assistant quarterbacks coach. Everyone is making the connection, but no trade has been made. When a deal is done, the Stafford camp wants to get him a new deal that pays around $50 million annually. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford is likely to remain with the team, in the opinion of SNY's Connor Hughes. Hughes opines that Stafford's ability to talk with other teams is to determine his value, which the Rams would likely offer in a revised deal.
Footballguys view: This Stafford deal is all over the place. There are reports about three of four teams being interested in Stafford, and a market price is being determined. He wants a deal that pays him $50 million per year, and he might be able to get that number. Now, the Rams may be considering hanging onto him. As always, the truth will come out so stay tuned. |
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Updating a previous report, Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford and his representation have reportedly been in contact with Las Vegas Raiders minority owner Tom Brady in recent days, according to multiple sources. Per Vincent Bonsignore of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the Raiders have 'a massive need at quarterback and want to address it this offseason,' which makes it possible the team is willing to meet Stafford's contract demands at a level the Rams are not.
Footballguys view: The Raiders have been rumored to be in on Stafford as they look for a starting quarterback. This makes four teams (Steelers, Browns, Giants) as possible teams that trade for Stafford...if he's available. The latest in this saga has the Rams keeping Stafford. Who knows what his future holds, so stay tuned. |
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New York Jets QB Aaron Rodgers, who is expected to be released at some point this offseason, reportedly prefers to sign with the Los Angeles Rams if Matthew Stafford is traded, according to multiple sources. Furthermore, multiple sources suggest Rodgers could convince WR Davante Adams, who is scheduled to count $38.34 million against New York's salary cap in 2025, to join him with the Rams in the likely event Adams is released.
Footballguys view: Adams and Rodgers seem like a package deal no matter where he lands (expect maybe the Raiders?). The Rams have to move on from Stafford first before they consider adding Rodgers. After that, we'll see if Adams follows his friend to his new team. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford has received trade interest from the New York Giants, Cleveland Browns, Pittsburgh Steelers and Las Vegas Raiders.
Footballguys view: Another day, and more Stafford news coming out of the NFL. Stafford would immediately make a team like the Steelers Super Bowl contenders. The Giants, Browns, and Raiders have further to go but he's a clear upgrade over what they've got or any options they could have. We'll see if some team is interested in making a trade with the Rams. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford is seeking a new contract that pays him $50 million annually, according to sources Monday, Feb. 24.
Footballguys view: There are rumblings that at least three teams have expressed interest in trading for Stafford. If some team adds him via trade, they will most likely have a contract situation already in mind. The Steelers, Raiders, and Giants are among the teams rumored to be interested in the veteran quarterback. |
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Updating a previous report, Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford is allowed to talk with other teams so he and the team can determine his worth, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
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The Los Angeles Rams have given permission to QB Matthew Stafford to speak with other NFL clubs about a potential trade.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford is expected to receive trade interest from the New York Giants if the Rams and Stafford are not able to reach an agreement on a new deal.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford has been receiving trade interest from multiple teams this offseason, and it is believed that the Rams probably will seek a first-round draft choice if they decide to move Stafford, according to sources.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford and the team have had multiple discussions about upgrading Stafford's contract, which calls for him to make $35 million in 2025 - none of which is guaranteed. However, in the opinion of ESPN's Adam Schefter, former New York Jets QB Aaron Rodgers would be 'thrilled with the idea of going to Los Angeles' if Stafford is traded.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford appears likely to return to the Rams next season, sources told ESPN.com's Dan Graziano.
Footballguys view: More than one fanbase is dreaming of the possibility of Stafford playing for their team next season, but the staying with the Rams is probably the best option for both parties. The team will likely need to adjust his contract, but he's happy with the direction the offense is headed even though the team is likely to move on from Cooper Kupp in the offseason. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford plans to play next season but it is not known if he will be playing for the Rams, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Footballguys view: As he showed in 2024, Stafford can still play at a high level. The Rams are a playoff team so long as Stafford is the starter. Stafford is due a non-guaranteed $27 million in the final year of his contract. We'll see the Rams and Stafford work something out to get him some guaranteed money for 2025. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford (ribs) suffered four cracked ribs during the Week 15 win over the San Francisco 49ers but continued to play through the injury, his wife, Kelly, announced on her podcast. During the Divisional Round loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, Stafford aggravated the injury.
Footballguys view: Stafford is one of the toughest quarterbacks in the NFL. He turns 37 years old later this year and may decide to play one more season. Stafford said he will â€"take some time to think about it†when asked about his playing future. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford said he would take some time before deciding on his NFL future, following the playoff loss to the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday, Jan. 19, but he added that he 'sure feels like' that he has football left in him.
Footballguys view: Stafford, 36, has two years remaining on his contract, one he and the Rams worked to adjust heading into training camp this season. Rams coach Sean McVay declined to answer a postgame question Sunday about Stafford's future, saying, "I'm not really interested in talking about anything as it relates to next year. Right now, I'm just appreciative of this team." Though Stafford said he hadn't made any decisions about his future, when recounting the end of the game, he spoke about the next time he was on the field. "I love competing," he said. "It didn't go the way I wanted to today. Next time I'm out there, line it up. Let's do it again." Stafford's return would offer continuity for those invested in Puka Nacua and the other offensive pieces in Los Angeles. We'll watch for more on this. |
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The Los Angeles Rams were eliminated by the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Divisional Round. QB Matthew Stafford completed 26-of-44 passes for 324 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions, while running for five yards with one fumble lost. RB Kyren Williams had 19 carries for 106 yards, also had a lost fumble in the snow and ice. WR Puka Nacua ended up with six receptions for 97 yards on 14 targets, while WR Demarcus Robinson added three grabs for 74 yards, and WR Cooper Kupp snagged five balls for 61 yards on seven targets. TE Tyler Higbee ended up with seven receptions for 54 yards and a touchdown on 10 targets, and TE Colby Parkinson had two catches for nine yards and a score. DE Jared Verse had four solo stops, two sacks and three tackles for loss with two quarterback hits, while DT Neville Gallimore had a sack for a safety.
Footballguys view: The Rams came very close to an incredible comeback and showed that they can play in the cold and snow despite being from Los Angeles. They were able to slow down a relentless Eagles pass rush with a no huddle drive after falling behind 28-15 late in the fourth quarter and then got into the red zone on a potential game-winning last second drive. The Rams were on the brink of giving up on the season and trading Cooper Kupp before a win over the Vikings turned their season around. Their defense finished strong and the team is very young and should be the favorites to win the division next season. The biggest offseason question is whether the team will pay Kupp the $5 million guarantee of a $7.5 million roster bonus on March 15. Kupp is also due $12.5 in non-guaranteed salary next season. Ballyhooed sixth round rookie Jordan Whittington would move into Kupp's role if the Rams decide to move on from him. |
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The Los Angeles Rams topped the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC wild-card game, led by QB Matthew Stafford who was 19-of-27 for 209 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions. RB Kyren Williams ran 16 times for 76 yards, while adding three receptions for 16 yards and a score. TE Tyler Higbee had five receptions for a team-high 58 yards before checking out with an injury. WR Puka Nacua was the top wideout with five catches for 44 yards on nine targets, while WR Cooper Kupp had a lone 29-yard reception on his only target. WR Demarcus Robinson also had a 23-yard reception on his only offensive touch on two targets, while TE Davis Allen had a 13-yard touchdown grab on his only reception. DE Jared Verse had a 57-yard fumble recovery for touchdown, too, while DT Neville Gallimore and LB Byron Young each had 1.5 sacks apiece. DT Kobie Turner had four total stops, two solo tackles, two sacks, two tackles for loss and two quarterback hits, while S Quentin Lake had team highs with nine total stops and six solo tackles.
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The Los Angeles Rams have declared OT Alaric Jackson, WR Cooper Kupp, QB Matthew Stafford, WR Puka Nacua, OG Kevin Dotson, OT Rob Havenstein and RB Kyren Williams inactive for Week 18.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford (coach's decision) practiced in full on Friday, Jan. 3, but is doubtful for Week 18.
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Los Angeles Rams OT Rob Havenstein (shoulder) did not take part in practice on Friday, Jan. 3, and was ruled out for Week 18. In addition, QB Matthew Stafford (coach's decision), WR Puka Nacua (coach's decision), WR Cooper Kupp (coach's decision), RB Kyren Williams (coach's decision), OT Alaric Jackson (coach's decision) and OG Kevin Dotson (coach's decision) practiced in full but are doubtful and WR Jordan Whittington (ankle) and WR Tutu Atwell (personal) practiced in full and carry no designation.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford, WR Puka Nacua, WR Cooper Kupp, RB Kyren Williams, OT Alaric Jackson and OG Kevin Dotson will not be active in Week 18 against the Seattle Seahawks, according to head coach Sean McVay. Additionally, OT Rob Havenstein (shoulder) will not play due to a shoulder injury.
Footballguys view: This was expected after Sean McVay basically said as much earlier this week. Blake Corum will be a good play, and with Jimmy Garoppolo at quarterback, Jordan Whittington, Demarcus Robinson, and Tutu Atwell have flex value. The Rams can still secure the #3 seed and avoid the loser of the Rams/Vikings game with a win. If they lose and the Bucs beat the Saints, Tampa Bay will be the #3 seed. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford will not play in the Week 18 game, according to head coach Sean McVay. QB Jimmy Garoppolo will be the starting quarterback for the game.
Footballguys view: The Rams are the type of team nobody wants to play in the postseason. That means Stafford is going to get rest for the Wild Card Round. We should see Cooper Kupp, Puka Nacua, and Kyren Williams get the week off as well. |
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Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay recently told the team's website that his team will always compete 'relative to what is at risk.' However, resting some of his most important players - such as Matthew Stafford, Kyren Williams, Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp - is 'probably the direction that we will go' in Week 18 against the Seattle Seahawks.
Footballguys view: While they can guarantee themselves the No. 3 seed with a win over the Seattle Seahawks in Week 18, the Rams don't have to win that game because they're already certain to have a home playoff game in the wild-card round. McVay is excited to see what Jimmy Garoppolo can do in his first opportunity as a member of the Rams, similar to the chance Carson Wentz got in Week 18 last year. At running back, McVay is looking forward to seeing Blake Corum and Cody Schrader getting a bigger workload in place of Williams, who has stayed healthy for the entire season despite carrying it 316 times and playing 87 percent of the offensive snaps. Expect Demarcus Robinson, Tutu Atwell, Jordan Whittington, and Xavier Smith to move up in the pecking order at wideout. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford failed to throw a touchdown for the second time in his last three games in a 13-9 win over the Arizona Cardinals in Week 17. He completed 17 of his 32 passes for 189 yards and rushed for 16 yards on six attempts.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford has failed to throw a touchdown pass in five games this season, the most in a single season in his career.
Footballguys view: Fantasy GMs know that Stafford has been a hit-or-miss starter. He's fine in start-2QB/SuperFlex leagues, but for the most part he's a QB2 this season. Sometimes weather conditions or game flow keeps his numbers down. Sometimes, Stafford goes off. The Rams are a team that could play spoiler if they make the playoffs. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford went 14-for-19 for 110 yards, one touchdown and one interception against the New York Jets in Week 16.
Footballguys view: Stafford had his second dud in a row, and you can't blame the weather for this one. Both of the Rams touchdown drives were short fields and the rest of the time the teams were often putting together clock-killing drives only to settle for field goals. Stafford and the Rams are still in the driver's seat in the NFC West and will be division champs if they win their last two games vs. Arizona and Seattle. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford completed 16 of 27 passes for 160 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions in a Week 15 victory over the San Francisco 49ers. Stafford also ran the ball four times for 18 yards.
Footballguys view: It was the most disappointing fantasy playoffs opener ever and one that made us question the necessity of Thursday night football all over again. One week after scoring 44 points against the Bills, Stafford and the Rams offense struggled in the sloppy conditions. Kyren Williams was responsible for a big slice of the field goal or punt offense. Stafford's outlook should improve on the road against the Jets next week, assuming the weather cooperates. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford completed 23 of his 30 passes for 320 yards and two touchdowns in a 44-42 win over the Buffalo Bills in Week 14.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford has eight touchdowns and no interceptions over his last three games, and he has thrown multiple touchdowns in five of his last six contests.
Footballguys view: We'll see what Stafford can do against the Bills on Sunday afternoon. Fantasy GMs have been getting QB1 production from Stafford over the last few games. This week, we like him more in the QB2 range which means he's an option for superflex GMs. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford (ankle) practiced in full for the third straight day on Friday, Dec. 6, and was removed from the injury report for Week 14.
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Los Angeles Rams OL KT Leveston (ankle) and TE Tyler Higbee (knee) practiced in full on Friday, Dec. 6, but were ruled out for Week 14. Also, OL Alaric Jackson (foot) and LB Jared Verse (ankle) were limited and are questionable, OL Rob Havenstein (rest) did not practice but carries no designation and WR Cooper Kupp (rest), WR Demarcus Robinson (hand), QB Matthew Stafford (ankle) and DE Tyler X. Davis (ankle) practiced in full and were removed from the injury report.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford (ankle) fully participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 5.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford (ankle) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Dec. 4.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford (ankle) suffered a sprained ankle during the Week 13 game but is still expected to be available for Week 14, according to head coach Sean McVay.
Footballguys view: McVary characterized it as "a little" lateral sprain. Stafford was injured during the second quarter of Sunday's 21-14 victory in New Orleans when he was taken to the ground while throwing an incomplete pass. Stafford limped immediately after the play but stayed in the game and passed for two second-half touchdowns. "I need to be faster," he joked afterward, "and get away from those guys." We'll watch for more, but plan on him being available against the Bills on Sunday. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford completed 14 of his 24 passes for 183 yards and two touchdowns in a 21-14 win over the New Orleans Saints in Week 13.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford completed 24 of his 36 pass attempts for 243 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 0 interceptions against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Nov. 24. Stafford, who was sacked five times, also ran once for 15 yards.
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Los Angeles Rams WR Matthew Stafford completed 18-of-27 passes for 295 yards, four touchdowns and no interceptions in Week 11 against the New England Patriots, and he ran four times for zero yards.
Footballguys view: As NFL.com reported, Stafford was dialed in Sunday against a Patriots defense coming off the best showing of its 2024 season. This performance was a significant improvement over last Monday's loss to the Dolphins when the Rams were held out of the end zone. Sean McVay clearly felt Stafford was in the zone, incorporating some aggressive play-calling as the Rams tried to run out the clock. He wasn't perfect, missing a few throws, but Stafford delivered. His second-quarter touchdown pass to wide receiver Puka Nacua had a completion probability of 13.5 percent, per NFL Next Gen Stats. That's Stafford's lowest completion probability on any passing touchdown since 2017 when NGS began tracking that stat. The Rams will have a tougher test in Week 12 when they face the Eagles on Sunday Night Football. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford completed 32-of-46 passes for 293 yards, no touchdowns and one interception in Week 10 against the Miami Dolphins. He also ran once for no gain, and he fumbled twice, while recovering each of them on his own.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford completed 25-of-44 passes for 298 yards, two touchdowns and one interception in Week 9 against the Seattle Seahawks, and he ran once for no gain.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford connected on 25 of his 34 pass attempts for 279 yards, 4 touchdowns, and 1 interception in a Week 8 win over the Minnesota Vikings.
Footballguys view: Stafford came alive with the return of his top two receivers. All of the sudden, the Rams don't look like a team trending towards a top 10 pick, and instead, a possible contender to win the NFC West. Stafford should be added in 1QB leagues and he's a possible start in that format against the Seahawks next week. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford completed 14 of his 23 passes for 154 yards and an interception in a 20-15 win over the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 7.
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Updating a previous report, Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford (back) is unlikely to miss any practice time due to back soreness once the team returns to work after its Week 6 bye, according to head coach Sean McVay.
Footballguys view: â€"This guy's been playing for a long time â€" he's as tough as it gets,†McVay said during a videoconference with reporters. â€"He took some shots [Sunday], he's taken some shots this year and throughout the course of his career... It's something that we want to monitor.†Stafford, a 16th-year pro, has passed for three touchdowns with three interceptions. He played the last three games without Cooper Kupp, who is recovering from an ankle injury. Receiver Puka Nacua is on injured reserve because of a knee injury suffered in the season opener. Kupp could return in Week 7, and reports suggest Nacau could return as soon as Week 8. Having his full receiving corps would be a big plus for Stafford. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford (back) is dealing with back soreness but is expected to be available for the Week 7 game.
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