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Matthew Stafford Stays with Rams After Restructured Deal

The Rams and their star quarterback reached an agreement on a reworked contract, avoiding a potential trade to the Raiders or Giants.

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Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams throws a pass against the Philadelphia Eagles during the third quarter in the NFC Divisional Playoff at Lincoln Financial Field on January 19, 2025 in Philadelphia, (Photo by Mitchell Leff / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

Overview

  • Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams agreed to a restructured contract, ensuring he remains the team's starting quarterback for the upcoming season.
  • The Rams allowed Stafford's agent to explore trade possibilities with the Raiders and Giants, both of which reportedly offered two-year deals worth $90-100 million guaranteed.
  • Stafford's reworked deal follows months of negotiations, with the Rams preferring a year-to-year approach to manage their salary cap and roster flexibility.
  • The Rams prioritized keeping Stafford, who led the team to a Super Bowl victory in 2022 and has consistently delivered strong performances in the playoffs.
  • The Giants and Raiders are now expected to explore other veteran quarterback options, including Aaron Rodgers, after Stafford's decision to stay in Los Angeles.