Overview
- Matthew Stafford, the reigning MVP, reaffirmed he will return for at least the 2026 season with the Rams.
- Sean McVay said discussions with Stafford’s camp have been positive, and GM Les Snead called the situation “stable.”
- Stafford enters the final year of a two-year, $84 million deal, with about $40 million set to become fully guaranteed on March 15.
- Cap projections suggest converting 2026 salary to a bonus could free roughly $11.7 million as free agency opens March 11.
- Quarterback depth is in flux, with Jimmy Garoppolo poised for free agency and reported interest from Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur, while draft speculation continues about a future successor.