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Stafford Hits 60,000 Yards, Sets Opening-Day Starts Record in Rams’ 14-9 Win

Fresh off a carefully managed back recovery, the 37-year-old finished the opener in command to Sean McVay’s approval.

Sep 7, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) attempts a pass during the third quarter at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Stafford became the 10th quarterback to surpass 60,000 career passing yards on a 6-yard completion to Puka Nacua in the fourth quarter.
  • He reached the mark in his 223rd game, tying Matt Ryan as the second-fastest to 60,000 yards, according to NFL Research.
  • The Rams beat the Texans 14-9 as Stafford went 21-of-29 for 245 yards with a touchdown to Davis Allen.
  • Linebacker Nate Landman forced a late fumble that Braden Fiske recovered with 1:43 left, and Stafford hit Nacua for 24 yards on third-and-long to help seal it.
  • Nacua caught 10 passes for 130 yards, Davante Adams had four for 51 in his Rams debut, Kyren Williams rushed for 66 yards and a score, and Stafford logged his record 17th season-opening start as McVay said his back did not appear to bother him.