Matthew Stafford contract details: Reigning MVP agrees to 1-year extension with Rams

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Coverage diverges in the emphasis placed on the financial aspects and implications of the contract. The California Post highlights the total value of the extension, framing it as a significant financial commitment. In contrast, Yahoo…

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Matthew Stafford contract details: Reigning MVP agrees to 1-year extension with Rams

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Matthew Stafford has signed a one-year contract extension with the Los Angeles Rams. The deal is worth $55 million, with potential earnings of up to $105 million over the next two seasons. This extension comes as Stafford continues to lead the team after a successful previous season.

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▪Matthew Stafford's new contract with the Rams is a one-year extension worth $55 million.
▪With incentives, the deal can reach up to $60 million, and he could earn a total of $105 million over the next two seasons.
▪Despite the lucrative deal, Stafford remains outside the top 10 highest-paid quarterbacks in the NFL.

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▪ Matthew Stafford signs extension with Rams: Reigning MVP adds one year to deal, which runs through 2027 — CBS Sports
▪ Matthew Stafford, Rams agree on contract extension worth over $100M — California Post

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Publication time	Fri, 22 May 2026 00:46:33 +0000
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