Matthew Stafford signs contract extension with Rams. Here's what it means
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Matthew Stafford will be remaining with the Los Angeles Rams beyond the 2026 NFL season.
The Rams inked Stafford to a one-year contract extension, the team announced. The 38-year-old quarterback will make up to $60 million as part of the renegotiated deal, as reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter. The base value of the one-year extension is worth $55 million in new money, meaning his current contract is structured as a two-year deal worth up to $105 million.
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Stafford's extension comes after a career-best season for the 17-year NFL veteran. He was named the 2025 NFL MVP after leading the Rams to a 12-5 record and leading the NFL in passing yards (4,707 yards) and passing touchdowns (46).
Stafford was also entering the final season of a two-year, $84 million restructured extension he signed with the Rams in March 2025. He is now under contract in Los Angeles through the 2027 season, which could take him to the end of his career.
The Rams will be hoping Stafford's presence can help them keep their Super Bowl window open, all while developing 2026 first-round pick Ty Simpson into a long-term successor for Stafford.
Here's more to know about Stafford's extension with the Rams.
Matthew Stafford contract details
- Term: One year
- Total contract value: $55 million, worth up to $60 million with incentives
Stafford gets $55 million in new money with this extension, which adds another season to his contract and will keep him in L.A. through 2027.
The quarterback now has two years remaining on his contract, which is worth up to $105 million.
Matthew Stafford stats
Stafford is one of the most prolific passers in NFL history, as his 64,516 yards through the air rank sixth all-time entering the 2026 season, while his 423 passing touchdowns rank seventh.
Below is a full look at Stafford's career stats.
- Record: 120-118-1
- Completion %: 63.5
- Passing yards: 64,516
- Passing TDs: 423
- INTs: 196
- Yards/attempt: 7.4
- Passer rating: 92.4
- Carries: 470
- Rushing yards: 1,357
- Rushing TDs: 15
Stafford is coming off the best season of his career in 2025. He completed 65% of his passes for 4,707 yards, a career-best 46 touchdowns and eight interceptions. His 109.2 passer rating was also the best mark of his 17-year career to date.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Matthew Stafford contract extension details. Here's what to know