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“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.'”

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.

The Los Angeles Rams could move on from quarterback Matthew Stafford this offseason. Other teams will be eager to have him instead.

While Rams QB Matthew Stafford is currently deciding if he wants to play in 2025 or retire, that decision may be swayed by upcoming contract talks.

Former Los Angeles Rams left tackle and Super Bowl champion Andrew Whitworth offered insight into Matthew Stafford’s decision-making.

Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reported Wednesday that Rams veteran QB Matthew Stafford plans to continue playing. Rapoport mentions that Stafford is currently

Kelly Stafford became emotional while discussing her husband Matthew Stafford’s potential retirement after the Rams’ 2024 season ended in heartbreaking fashion.

Stafford led the Rams to a surprise NFC West division crown en route to a blowout win over the 14-3 Minnesota Vikings on Wild Card Weekend. The 36-year-old declined to comment on his future after the Rams were eliminated by the Philadelphia Eagles in the Divisional Round.

It has not taken long for Matthew Stafford ‘s immediate future to become settled. The Rams are set to have their starting quarterback in place once again for 2025.

Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that the Rams quarterback plans to play in 2025. Stafford, who has played the last four of his 16 NFL seasons with the Rams, will need a new contract, whether with the Rams or with another team. He revised his contract with the team before last season and has a $49.6 million cap number for 2025.