Rams take Matthew Stafford off trade market after agreeing to new contract

After weeks of consternation and rumors that Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was going to force his way out of town, both sides have officially decided to put their animosity in the past and work together on a new deal for 2025.

Stafford has reportedly agreed to terms on a restructured deal that will keep him in Los Angeles for the short-term future, which also puts an end to trade inquiries from QB-needy teams like the New York Giants and Las Vegas Raiders that have popped up in the last few weeks.

Keeping Stafford in one of the most efficient offenses in the league is a major win for Sean McVay, who can head into the 2025 season knowing he won't have to worry about his leader on the offensive side of the ball.

Matthew Stafford agrees to new contract to remain with LA Rams

Stafford, who just turned 37, threw for 3,762 yards, 20 touchdowns, and eight interceptions last season. This came behind a very young offensive line with Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp both missing time due to injuries. The Rams dragged an average defense all the way to a playoff victory and a close loss against the champion Eagles.

LA wasn't in a position to select a quarterback in the 2025 NFL Draft, and Sam Darnold may have been the only free agent option who could have kept the Rams as a playoff team. For both player and team alike, a Stafford reunion made too much sense

Stafford will take hold of a team that just nailed the 2024 NFL Draft and is bristling with young talent on both sides of the ball. This team is positioned to compete for a championship if Stafford can turn back the clock just a bit and play at his 2021 level.

The Rams know what it is like to be stuck in quarterback hell, and keeping Stafford in Los Angeles ensures that McVay has what he needs to compete for a title in at least the next few years with his borderline Hall of Fame gunslinger.