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Matthew Stafford ‘s future in the NFL is the focus of attention across the league as the star quarterback approaches a crucial decision about his possible retirement.
At 37 years old and after 17 seasons in the NFL, the former Detroit Lions player, now with the Los Angeles Rams, remains at the center of discussions, both for his sporting future and his place among the elite of the 2025-2026 season.
Since arriving in Los Angeles in 2021, Stafford has had a remarkable run, quickly capped off with a Super Bowl title. If he chooses to continue his career for one more season, the door is wide open with the Rams. Head coach Sean McVay confirmed this during a press conference on February 2.
“Like you, I'm keeping my fingers crossed that he still wants to play,” McVay said, adding that he wants to give his quarterback the time he needs to make a thoughtful decision.
An exceptional season praised by the NFL
The NFL also sent a clear message to Matthew Stafford, particularly through its social media platforms, highlighting the magnitude of his latest campaign. During the 2025-2026 season, Stafford led the Rams to a 12-5 record, good for second place in the NFC West division and fifth place in the conference.
Starting in all 17 regular-season games, he completed 388 of 597 passes for 4,707 yards and 46 touchdowns, while throwing only eight interceptions. These statistics rank him among the best quarterbacks in the league and explain his nomination as one of five finalists for the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award.
The NFL has described his season as “one of the most prolific ever seen” for a quarterback, a tribute that has not gone unnoticed by fans.
An uncertain future in Los Angeles
Despite a memorable season, the Rams saw their run come to an end in the NFC Conference Championship Game, losing a close 31-27 game to the Seattle Seahawks. It was a heartbreaking elimination that leaves questions about the future, both for the organization and for Stafford himself.
With Super Bowl LX on the horizon, Matthew Stafford's decision could well mark a major turning point for the Rams and the NFL.
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