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Rams Extend Sean McVay and Les Snead as Matthew Stafford Weighs 2026 Future

McVay voiced cautious optimism about the quarterback’s return, with Stafford’s 2026 guarantee and a higher cap set to drive the Rams’ offseason decisions.

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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JANUARY 25: Head coach Sean McVay talks with Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams during the second quarter against the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Championship game at Lumen Field on January 25, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 2: Head coach Sean McVay of the Los Angeles Rams stands on the field as Davante Adams #17 walks to the sideline during the third quarter of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints at SoFi Stadium on November 02, 2025 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Brooke Sutton/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Los Angeles announced multiyear extensions Monday for head coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead, securing long-term leadership after the NFC title game loss.
  • McVay said he has his “fingers crossed” Stafford plays in 2026, set no deadline for a decision, and noted the veteran will not need offseason back surgery.
  • Stafford’s roughly $40 million 2026 pay becomes fully guaranteed on March 15, the league projects a salary cap topping $300 million, and the Rams have about $45.6 million in projected space with 15 unrestricted free agents.
  • McVay confirmed Bubba Ventrone as special teams coordinator and said an extensive search is underway for a new offensive coordinator following Mike LaFleur’s move to the Cardinals.
  • The Rams will also wait on decisions from veterans such as Tyler Higbee and Rob Havenstein, and McVay said he has no reason to believe Davante Adams won’t be back next season.