D espite speculation about his future, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has made his decision—he will play in the 2025 NFL season. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport repo

Former Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford saw a Free Press story about a dad's difficult choice and decided to send him a signed game jersey.

Stafford, 36, said after the Rams’ season ended that he still feels like he can play at a high level, but the possibility of retirement looms large. He’ll be 37 in February, has already won a Super Bowl and though he’s still playing well, it wouldn’t surprise anyone if he chose to retire this offseason.

Matthew Stafford reportedly plans to play in 2025, but who he will suit up for next season is still in question. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported

Stafford revised his contract with the Rams ahead of last season -- in a rather lengthy process -- and will now carry a $49.6 million cap number into the 2025 campaign. L.A. can save $27 million by trading him in a post-June 1 move, and $23 million as a post-June 1 cut, per Over The Cap.

Matthew Stafford hasn't been with the Detroit Lions since 2021, but he made an unexpected Lions gesture this week.

“My understanding is Matthew Stafford does in fact plan to play next season,” NFL insider Ian Rapoport said. “This is essentially what he communicated to the Rams. Wanted to take some time off, but basically told them, ‘I feel good, I don't see why I wouldn't play.'”

The Los Angeles Rams are coming off another successful season. The Rams did not do what they ultimately wanted and that is winning a Super Bowl but they still e

Coming off yet another playoff run, the Los Angeles Rams look to continue to build their young core around franchise quarterback Matthew Stafford while being led by head coach Sean McVay. The roster is in decent shape across the board but they must continue to add depth and competition wherever they can.

As Matthew Stafford approaches his 17th NFL season in 2025, his arm talent remains a marvel in the league. Though he may not be considered the

Matthew Stafford and Cooper Kupp have enjoyed their four years together, specifically the 2021 season in which the Rams made a Super Bowl run with the latter wi