Matthew Stafford Surpasses Philip Rivers in NFL History

Matthew Stafford continues to make his mark on NFL history.

During a resounding 28-6 victory by the Los Angeles Rams over the New York Giants, the star quarterback reached a major milestone. With a stellar performance—22 completions out of 31 attempts, 327 yards, and four touchdowns—he officially surpassed Philip Rivers to claim sixth place on the NFL's all-time touchdown pass list.

This stellar performance quickly erased the season-opening slip-up against the 49ers. Stafford now has 427 career touchdowns, two more than Rivers. The highlight came in the third quarter with an 11-yard touchdown pass to Davante Adams. With this stellar performance, the 38-year-old veteran is rapidly closing in on the very exclusive club of legends who have reached the mythical 500-touchdown mark.

On Track for an Undisputed Hall of Fame Legacy

Beyond this overall record, the Rams' leader has also rewritten his own franchise's record books. By bringing his total to 145 touchdowns in a Rams jersey, he has surpassed Jim Everett and is now hot on the heels of Roman Gabriel (154) at the top of Rams history. Backed by a dazzling Davante Adams (195 yards and two touchdowns), Stafford confirms that he is not just a stat-padding player.

As the reigning MVP and Super Bowl champion, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2009 draft continues to build on his already stellar resume week after week, laying the groundwork for a future induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. His longevity at the top and his dazzling play prove that he remains one of the league's most formidable leaders, well on his way to extending his incredible career beyond 2026.

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