What Matthew Stafford’s extension means for him, the Rams and Ty Simpson
Matthew Stafford is now signed through 2027, keeping him with the Rams (and Ty Simpson on the bench) for another year.
The Los Angeles Rams announced on Thursday that they’ve signed Matthew Stafford to a contract extension, which is reportedly for one year and $55 million , according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Stafford had only been signed through the 2026 season, but with this new extension signed, he’s now under contract for the next two seasons. At 38 years old, Stafford has shown no signs of slowing down, which is why the Rams are so comfortable extending him once again.
The reigning MVP is coming off the best season of his career, leading the NFL in touchdown passes and passing yards. After signing a one-year extension last offseason, too, he earned this hefty raise; he can now earn up to $105 million in the next two seasons. The biggest question with Stafford isn’t whether he’ll play well in his age-38 season in 2026.
It’s how long he’ll continue to play. What Matthew Stafford’s contract means for his future The Rams have taken it year to year with Stafford for the last several offseasons, reworking his deal each year to give him A) a raise and B) more guaranteed money. This new deal does that, too, and it gives both parties a good chance to stick together again in 2027.
Had the Rams only given Stafford a raise instead of an extension this year, he would’ve been a free agent in 2027. That would’ve made things much more difficult next year, allowing Stafford to hit the open market as a free agent. Now that he’s signed for another year, he’s all but certain to remain with the Rams in 2027, as long as he decides he wants to continue playing.