Matthew Stafford Continues Playing After 2025 NFL MVP Win
Veteran quarterback Matthew Stafford has confirmed his intention to continue playing for at least one more season. This announcement follows his recent victory as the NFL’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) for the first time in his career.
Matthew Stafford’s MVP Recognition
Stafford, who plays for the Los Angeles Rams, narrowly claimed the MVP award, edging out New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye by a single first-place vote. At 37 years old, he became the oldest quarterback to win the MVP for the first time, marking the 13th consecutive year that a quarterback has achieved this honor.
Future Plans and Reflections
Rumors about Stafford’s retirement had circulated prior to the awards ceremony. While on stage in San Francisco with his four daughters, he stated, “I’ll see you guys next year.” He reflected on his thoughts about retirement, emphasizing that he ended the season on a positive note and felt it was right to return.
Stafford’s Career Highlights
- Stafford had a challenging 12-year tenure with the Detroit Lions, failing to secure a playoff win.
- Since being traded to the Rams in 2021, he won the Super Bowl in his first season.
- Stafford made history by becoming only the second quarterback after Tom Brady in 2007 to lead the league in touchdowns, passing yards, and touchdown-interception ratio over the past 50 seasons.
Current NFL Awards and Achievements
This year’s end-of-season awards featured notable achievements by other players as well. Seattle Seahawks receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba won the Offensive Player of the Year after leading the league in receiving yards. Meanwhile, New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel captured the Coach of the Year title in his debut season, guiding the team to the Super Bowl. Additionally, Myles Garrett of the Cleveland Browns secured the Defensive Player of the Year accolade for the second time in three years, setting a new single-season sack record.
The NFL season continues to highlight the remarkable talents of its players, and Stafford’s journey exemplifies resilience and determination within the league.
