Rams QB Matthew Stafford Wins 2025 NFL MVP Award
Matthew Stafford has reached another remarkable milestone in his illustrious NFL career. The Los Angeles Rams quarterback received the prestigious 2025 NFL MVP Award during the NFL Honors ceremony held at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco.
MVP Announcement and Voting Process
Stafford was recognized for his outstanding performance throughout the season, finishing ahead of New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye in the voting. The selection process involved a panel of 50 journalists who regularly cover the NFL, assembled by the Associated Press. Notably, reporters from the Los Angeles Times did not participate in the voting.
Stafford’s Impressive Season Stats
In his 17th season, Stafford put on an exceptional display, passing for a league-leading 4,707 yards and securing 46 touchdowns. His achievements were instrumental in leading the Rams to a commendable 12-5 record, which featured an offense that topped the league in scoring and offensive yards per game.
Acceptance Speech Highlights
During his acceptance speech, Stafford expressed gratitude to his wife, Kelly, and his daughters. He recognized his teammates, acknowledging the support he received throughout the season. Stafford expressed excitement about continuing to play alongside them next season.
Coaching Praise and Accomplishments
Rams head coach Sean McVay praised Stafford as “the epitome of an igniter,” emphasizing his humble nature. McVay stated, “He’s just this incredibly humble superstar that has the ability to make everybody feel better when you’re around him.”
Playoff Performance and Career Overview
Stafford also demonstrated his clutch abilities during the playoffs, leading the Rams to victories over the Carolina Panthers and the Chicago Bears. However, their journey ended with a narrow 31-27 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Championship.
Selected first overall in the 2009 NFL Draft, Stafford played 12 seasons with the Detroit Lions before joining the Rams in 2021 in a blockbuster trade involving Jared Goff and multiple draft picks. He made an immediate impact by leading the Rams to victory in Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium.
All-Time Rankings
With his recent achievements, Stafford now ranks sixth all-time in completions (5,562) and passing yards (64,516), while holding the seventh spot for touchdown passes (423).
Drake Maye’s Standout Season
Drake Maye, the 23-year-old quarterback for the New England Patriots, also had a remarkable season, leading his team to a 14-3 record. Maye, who is preparing for Super Bowl LX against the Seahawks, completed 72% of his passes, a franchise record, while throwing 31 touchdowns with eight interceptions and rushing for 450 yards and four touchdowns.
