The Los Angeles Rams have checked a major item off their list of offseason tasks, securing reigning Most Valuable Player Matthew Stafford on a new contract.
Talks have been going on for weeks.
It is a notable development one year after a contract dispute led to both sides exploring trade options and a back injury threatened the former No. 1 overall draft pick and Detroit Lions star, all before he went on to have a season for the ages.
Rams Extend Matthew Stafford on New Contract
GettyMatthew Stafford will play on a revised contract after agreeing to terms with the Los Angeles Rams.
“This is your official ‘Matthew Stafford has been extended’ post. [saluting emoji],” the Rams posted on X on May 21.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter broke the news.
“ESPN sources: reigning NFL MVP Matthew Stafford and the Rams reached agreement today on a one-year, $55 million extension worth up to $60 million with incentives,” Schefter reported in a post on X on May 21. “Stafford now has two years and up to $105 million remaining on his deal with the Rams.”
Stafford, who turned 38 in February, led the NFL with 46 touchdown passes. He threw for 4,707 yards (and 8 interceptions) on 65% completion during the 2025 regular season.
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