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Matthew Stafford Reaches 60,000 Passing Yards in Rams’ Week 1 Return

The 37-year-old’s milestone comes as Los Angeles manages his back issue on a week-to-week plan.

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JULY 29: Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams during training camp practice at Loyola Marymount University on July 29, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)

Overview

  • He became the 10th quarterback in NFL history to eclipse 60,000 passing yards, hitting the mark on a fourth-quarter, 6-yard completion to Puka Nacua against the Texans.
  • Stafford reached 60,000 in his 223rd game, tying Matt Ryan as the second-fastest to the milestone, with Dan Marino next ahead on the all-time list.
  • He also recorded career touchdown pass No. 378 with a strike to tight end Davis Allen, moving closer to the 400-TD plateau.
  • After an offseason back injury that limited his workload and required ongoing treatment, Stafford was named the Week 1 starter and confirmed his immediate availability.
  • Offseason moves raised expectations, including the addition of Davante Adams, but analysts cautioned that Los Angeles’ ceiling hinges on Stafford’s durability, with Jimmy Garoppolo available as the primary backup and the club approaching his future year by year.