Matthew Stafford Fantasy QB
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| Height / Weight | 6'3" / 220 lbs. |
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| Date of Birth (Age) | Feb 7, 1988(34) |
| College | Georgia |
| Experience | 7 Years |
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Matthew Stafford NEWS
Matthew Stafford To Remain With Rams
The Los Angeles Rams are reportedly expected to pick up quarterback Matthew Stafford's 2023 option bonus and 2024 salary this offseason, paying him a guaranteed $62 million. This update comes shortly after head coach Sean McVay made his decision to return to coach the Rams next season. The 34-year-old Stafford struggled early in the 2022-2023 campaign and was the subject of retirement rumors after being placed on Injured Reserve with a neck injury. Stafford later stated that he did not plan to retire and expects to be ready for OTAs in April. His return is great news for all of the team's offensive weapons, most notably wide receiver Cooper Kupp.
Jan 14, 2023 • 7:13 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Still Intends To Return In 2023
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford said he still has every intention of playing in 2023, even in the event that head coach Sean McVay leaves the team. After winning the Super Bowl in his first year with LA, Stafford and the Rams were a huge disappointment in 2022 and he missed eight games with a concussion and neck injury. The 34-year-old said he feels "really good" about his health at the moment and is expecting to have a normal offseason. When healthy, Stafford averaged only 231.9 passing yards per game, the third-fewest mark of his career, and he tossed 10 touchdowns and eight interceptions in nine starts. The offensive line must improve and the Rams must get better with their WR depth behind Cooper Kupp if Stafford and the Rams offense is going to bounce back in 2023.
Jan 10, 2023 • 12:16 AM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Not Planning To Retire
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (neck, spine) said he doesn't plan on retiring after the 2022 season. Stafford's season is over after being diagnosed with a spinal-cord contusion, but he won't need surgery and is hoping to be ready to play next season. The 34-year-old signed a four-year contract extension with the Rams in the offseason after winning the Super Bowl in 2021. He's one of the toughest QBs in the NFL, but his 2022 was extremely disappointing, as he only managed to play in nine games while throwing for 2,087 yards, 10 touchdowns and eight interceptions. Stafford could easily bounce back into QB1 territory in 2023, but his health will be a major concern for fantasy managers. Baker Mayfield is expected to start the team's final three games this year.
Dec 20, 2022 • 5:35 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Will Avoid Surgery
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that as far as he's aware, quarterback Matthew Stafford will not need any sort of surgery as he recovers from a spinal-cord contusion. McVay reiterated that he expects Stafford to have a healthy offseason. It's good news for the 34-year-old, but we won't see Stafford again in 2022. After winning a Super Bowl title last year, the Rams and Stafford were extremely disappointing this year. He managed to play in nine games, throwing for 2,087 yards, 10 touchdowns and eight interceptions on 303 attempts. Stafford could bounce back in 2023 with better health, but this year was a reminder that 14 years in the NFL have taken a toll on his body. Baker Mayfield is expected to start under center for the Rams for the final four games of the season.
Dec 10, 2022 • 5:29 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Placed On Injured Reserve
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (neck, head) has been placed on the injured reserve. The assumption is that Stafford is going to be done for the 2022 campaign. He is eligible to return for the Week 17 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. However, it's unlikely that the Rams would bother starting the veteran quarterback in what would likely be a meaningless game. In the meantime, John Wolford will start under center for this beat up Rams offense. He's not worth streaming in Week 13 and that's unlikely going to change going forward. Fantasy managers in redraft formats can feel comfortable dropping Stafford now.
Dec 3, 2022 • 11:19 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Out In Week 13, John Wolford Will Start
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has cleared concussion protocol, but he is still dealing with a neck injury and will not start in Week 13 against the Seattle Seahawks. Instead, coach Sean McVay says John Wolford will start. Bryce Perkins could get some playing time, too. Wolford started in Week 10 and threw for 212 yards, a touchdown, and an interception against the Arizona Cardinals. Stafford last played in the Rams' Week 11 loss to the New Orleans Saints, but he left the game with a head and neck injury. The Rams offensive line and receivers are banged up, with both top receivers having surgery, and the Rams do not have a realistic chance of making the playoffs, so there is speculation Stafford might be shutdown for good.
Dec 2, 2022 • 9:07 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Ruled Out, John Wolford To Start
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (neck/head) has cleared concussion protocol, but head coach Sean McVay said he won't play against the Seahawks in Week 13. Bryce Perkins started against the Kansas City Chiefs in the absence of John Wolford (neck), but Wolford will start on Sunday. Ultimately, even Stafford was a low-end QB2 in fantasy when healthy, so Wolford is not on the fantasy radar in single-QB leagues. With Cooper Kupp (ankle) and Allen Robinson II (foot) out of action, the upside of the passing game is extremely low.
Dec 2, 2022 • 7:21 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Unlikely To Play In Week 13
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said it's "safe to say" that quarterback Matthew Stafford (concussion, neck) won't play in Week 13 against the Seattle Seahawks. Stafford is still in the concussion protocol and won't practice on Wednesday. McVay said Stafford hasn't had any setbacks in the league's protocol, but with the team out of playoff contention, the Rams won't be rushing him back. There's a chance we won't see Stafford the rest of the season, depending on how he progresses from his injuries. If the 34-year-old is officially out for this weekend, it will be either John Wolford or Bryce Perkins starting under center. Perkins made his first NFL start in last week's loss to the Kansas City Chiefs and went 13-for-23 for 100 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions.
Nov 30, 2022 • 8:15 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Could Be Done For Season
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (neck) could miss the remainder of the 2022 season, according to ESPN.com's Adam Schefter. The Rams already made it clear that they won't rush back wide receiver Cooper Kupp (ankle) unless they can turn their season around and contend for a playoff spot, and they're expected to use that same approach with Stafford, who suffered a neck strain and is in the concussion protocol for the second time this month. If the veteran does remain sidelined, Bryce Perkins and John Wolford would handle quarterbacking duties.
Nov 27, 2022 • 1:28 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Out For Week 12
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (neck) has been ruled out for a Week 12 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. Stafford was in the concussion protocol ahead of Week 11 but cleared it in time to play, and unfortunately suffered what the team believes is a strained neck in the contest. With John Wolford (neck) also dealing with a neck injury, Bryce Perkins is set to receive first-team reps in practice this week and could very well get the start on Sunday. It's unclear exactly how serious Stafford's injury is, but fantasy managers in superflex or two-quarterback leagues should start to look elsewhere.
Nov 23, 2022 • 11:36 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Not Currently In Concussion Protocol
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is not currently in concussion protocol, according to an announcement from the team that was relayed by Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio. This development clarifies reports that surfaced during the Rams' game that suggested Stafford had entered concussion protocol. Rather, the veteran quarterback is simply being monitored by the team and league after exiting Sunday's game. It will be important to monitor Stafford's status over the next few days considering he was removed from concussion protocol just last week. The Rams play against the Chiefs next Sunday, and it remains to be seen whether Stafford, John Wolford (neck), or Bryce Perkins will draw the start.
Nov 21, 2022 • 2:24 AM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Enters Concussion Protocol, Bryce Perkins Takes Over
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was taken to the locker room and placed in concussion protocol during Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints. Per league policy, he won't return to the contest. It's a concerning development considering Stafford was in concussion protocol just a few days ago. Not only are the Rams without Stafford for the rest of the game, but John Wolford (neck) is also inactive. As a result, third-string quarterback Bryce Perkins entered the game. Look for him to use his mobility to help lead Los Angeles down the field throughout the duration of Stafford's absence.
Nov 20, 2022 • 8:09 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Off The Final Injury Report
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has cleared the league's concussion protocol and will start in a Week 11 matchup against the New Orleans Saints. Stafford has been very disappointing this season but should be viewed as an upgrade over John Wolford (neck) for the team's offensive weapons. With Cooper Kupp (ankle) officially on injured reserve, though, it will be difficult to trust Stafford as anything more than a low-end QB2 in superflex and two-quarterback leagues on Sunday.
Nov 19, 2022 • 2:24 AM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford On Track To Play Sunday
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (concussion) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday and is expected to play in Week 11 against the New Orleans Saints. Stafford remains in the league's concussion protocol but should be cleared on Friday, according to head coach Sean McVay. John Wolford started in place of Stafford in Week 10 and finished with 212 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. Although Stafford and the Rams have struggled all season, he should be viewed as an upgrade for Allen Robinson, Tyler Higbee, Van Jefferson, and Ben Skowronek, who will all be in line for more targets with Cooper Kupp (ankle) on injured reserve.
Nov 16, 2022 • 11:04 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Remains In Concussion Protocol
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (concussion) remains in the concussion protocol as of Tuesday morning. Head coach Sean McVay has declined to say whether Stafford has been diagnosed with a concussion. Stafford wasn't cleared to play last Sunday. Backup John Wolford took over and threw for 212 yards, one touchdown and an interception on 36 pass attempts in the 27-17 loss. We'll have a better idea of whether Stafford has a chance to play in Week 11 against the New Orleans Saints once the team begins practicing on Wednesday. But Stafford will be off the QB1 radar in fantasy if he returns, considering the fact that top receiver Cooper Kupp (ankle) is now on Injured Reserve.
Nov 15, 2022 • 5:42 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Officially Inactive, John Wolford To Start
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (concussion) is officially inactive for Week 10 against the Arizona Cardinals. Evidently, he didn't clear protocol in time to play. John Wolford will start in his place, ranking as a QB3 in fantasy football. This divisional clash will feature the battle of the backups as Wolford starts for Los Angeles and Colt McCoy gets the nod for Arizona.
Nov 13, 2022 • 8:05 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Unlikely To Play In Week 10
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (concussion) is not expected to clear protocol ahead of Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. If the veteran is indeed inactive, John Wolford would draw the start. Now 27 years old, Wolford's lone NFL start came back in 2020 when he completed 22 passes for 231 yards, zero touchdowns, and one interception. He also rushed for 56 yards in that contest. This development does not bode well for Los Angeles' playmakers, especially its pass-catchers.
Nov 13, 2022 • 3:15 AM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Questionable Against Cardinals
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (concussion) is questionable to play against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 10. Stafford practiced in a limited fashion for the first time this week on Friday, and head coach Sean McVay said "he's making progress." Head injuries are impossible to speculate on, so fantasy managers should keep up with his latest news up to kickoff. Stafford isn't startable in single-quarterback leagues anyway, but fantasy outlooks of Cooper Kupp, Tyler Higbee, and Darrell Henderson could take big hits if he cannot go for the Rams.
Nov 11, 2022 • 7:33 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Misses Another Practice
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (concussion) missed his second straight practice this week on Thursday. It remains to be seen if Stafford will be able to pass through the league's concussion protocol in time to play in Week 10 against the division-rival Arizona Cardinals. If he's not ready, backup John Wolford would get the start, which would be bad news for all of the Rams offensive skill players in fantasy, including All-Pro receiver Cooper Kupp. Stafford and the Rams offense has been a huge disappointment after winning the Super Bowl last season. The 34-year-old signal-caller enters Week 10 action as the QB23 in overall fantasy points, so he'll be a low-end QB2 if he gets the green light to face the Cardinals.
Nov 10, 2022 • 10:48 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Dealing With A Concussion
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (concussion) is in the league's concussion protocol, according to head coach Sean McVay. Stafford should be considered highly questionable for the team's Week 10 divisional matchup against the Arizona Cardinals, as he only has three more days to be cleared. If Stafford is ruled out, John Wolford would be expected to get the start. Wolford's last full game came in Week 17 of the 2020 season in which he threw for 231 scoreless yards and an interception in a win against Arizona. All Rams' offensive weapons would take a hit this week with Wolford under center, so fantasy managers should pay close attention to the situation ahead of Sunday's contest.
Nov 9, 2022 • 11:47 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford "Felt OK" After Loss
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (elbow) "felt OK" after Thursday's loss to the Buffalo Bills, according to head coach Sean McVay. The veteran signal-caller has been dealing with an elbow issue since last year and was limited from throwing throughout the offseason. The 34-year-old was sacked seven times during the season opener, so if the team expects him to stay active, the offensive line will need to keep him from taking consistent beatings. With that said, managers may consider adding a capable backup immediately, especially since Stafford appears to have a higher chance of missing time moving ahead.
Sep 10, 2022 • 10:16 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Underwent Elbow Procedure In Offseason
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (elbow) underwent an elbow procedure this offseason to deal with the pain he experienced in 2021. Stafford said he feels better Wednesday than he did anytime last year. The 34-year-old will have no limitations for Thursday's contest against the Buffalo Bills. Stafford was not listed on the team's injury report and is good to go for Thursday Night Football. He threw for 4,886 yards and a 41:17 TD: INT ratio across 17 games in 2021. Stafford will have no limitations and is a borderline QB1 against a stout Bills defense in Week 1.
Sep 8, 2022 • 12:27 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Not Listed On Injury Report Monday
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (elbow) was not listed on his team's initial injury report for Thursday night's game against the Buffalo Bills. Stafford's right elbow has been in the news lately as a report broke that he may have to play through elbow pain all season. That being said, Stafford's lack of inclusion on the injury report on Monday is a good sign. Fantasy gamers counting on the star quarterback in Week 1 can feel safe inserting him into their lineups, albeit in a tough opening matchup against Buffalo's strong defense.
Sep 6, 2022 • 1:40 AM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Continues Practicing Without Limitations
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (elbow) has been practicing without any limitations, according to head coach Sean McVay. The veteran quarterback has been dealing with a lingering elbow issues throughout the preseason. It doesn't sound like the team plans on limiting Stafford more than normal during the regular season. The 34-year-old appears ready to go for Week 1 against the Buffalo Bills. Fantasy managers should be able to safely start Stafford to begin the season. Although, it would be smart to have a capable backup in case his elbow continues causing him problems.
Sep 4, 2022 • 10:24 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford's Elbow Could Be A Concern All Year
The Los Angeles Rams continue to say they have a plan for managing quarterback Matthew Stafford's elbow this year, and they don't expect it to be a problem. But this is Stafford's throwing elbow. The level of precision required to succeed at the QB position in the NFL is so high that even the slightest issue could be enough to derail another potentially strong year. ESPN's Dan Graziano thinks Stafford's elbow will affect his practice schedule all year, and it could affect his performance on game days, too. The 34-year-old is tough enough to grind through it and play, but he already led the league in interceptions in 2021. It should make fantasy managers think twice about taking Stafford as a low-end QB1 this year.
Sep 3, 2022 • 4:16 PM | RotoBallerMatthew Stafford Feeling Good
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (elbow) informed reporters he "felt good" after recently participating fully in an intrasquad scrimmage. However, the veteran couldn't answer if he'd still be dealing with the residual effects of his bout with elbow tendinitis come Week 1. Still, Stafford has proven time and time again that he's one of the toughest quarterbacks in the league. That sentiment was echoed when the 34-year-old stated he would play through any lingering soreness while adding it shouldn't impact his performance. Nevertheless, Stafford is coming off a fantastic season that resulted in a Super Bowl win over the Bengals. Although nobody knows if he'll stay on the field for the entire 2022-23 campaign due to the ailment, he should remain classified as a starting fantasy signal-caller in all formats, especially with Cooper Kupp and Allen Robinson II in his arsenal.
Aug 18, 2022 • 2:20 AM | RotoBaller
