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 is planning to play football in 2025. The 37-year-old quarterback is said to “feel good” and will play next season after there had been some uncertainty about his future when the Rams’ playoff run came to an end in the NFC divisional round.
“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.'”
The Los Angeles Rams can plan accordingly after receiving a decision from quarterback Matthew Stafford about playing next season.
Stafford, 36, said after the Rams’ season ended that he still feels like he can play at a high level, but the possibility of retirement looms large. He’ll be 37 in February, has already won a Super Bowl and though he’s still playing well, it wouldn’t surprise anyone if he chose to retire this offseason.
While Rams QB Matthew Stafford is currently deciding if he wants to play in 2025 or retire, that decision may be swayed by upcoming contract talks.
The Los Angeles Rams could move on from quarterback Matthew Stafford this offseason. Other teams will be eager to have him instead.
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.
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.
Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reported Wednesday that Rams veteran QB Matthew Stafford plans to continue playing. Rapoport mentions that Stafford is currently
Quarterback Matthew Stafford reportedly plans to return next season, but the Los Angeles Rams should start preparing for a future without him.