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Belichick Calls Matthew Stafford’s Late-Career Surge ‘Reminiscent of Brady’ as QB Responds

Stafford credits constant adjustment to changing demands for his sustained production.

Overview

  • Bill Belichick said he would not put Stafford in Tom Brady’s class but described the Rams quarterback’s improvement as “reminiscent” of Brady’s steady ascent.
  • Speaking on the same program, Stafford thanked Belichick for the praise and said he invests time and energy to adapt as his body and the league evolve.
  • Through eight games, Stafford leads the NFL with 21 touchdown passes against two interceptions in 274 attempts, with 268.4 yards per game and a Rams team tied for the NFC’s best record entering Week 10.
  • Former teammate Dan Orlovsky highlighted Stafford’s disciplined mechanics, saying he fused natural arm talent with repetitive, sound technique within Sean McVay’s scheme.
  • Raiders star Maxx Crosby offered an opponent’s endorsement, saying it would be “dope” to see Stafford win MVP and calling him a top-five quarterback for years.