The quarterback is beginning his sixteenth season in the NFL.
The Los Angeles Rams have successfully reworked quarterback Matthew Stafford’s contract, securing his commitment to the organization heading into the 2024 regular season.
Despite a wave of players in the NFL holding out for new contracts, the Rams and Stafford were able to prevent any interruptions by agreeing to a reworked financial arrangement.
Stafford’s contract runs until 2026.
According to NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport, Stafford’s modified contract will pay him an additional $5 million upfront in 2024, with his 2025 roster bonus climbing from $5 million to $9 million.
This modification provides Stafford with greater immediate financial rewards while maintaining his four-year, $160 million contract, which he signed in 2022, in place until the 2026 season.
Stafford, 36, expressed a desire for more guaranteed money after the Rams’ Super Bowl victory, which he helped secure.
Stafford appeared poised to stay out or limit his participation to individual exercises as the Rams’ training camp opened last Tuesday, with only $15 million in guaranteed money remaining on his contract prior to the adjustment.
Stafford was able to join the camp without disruptions thanks to a deal reached last week.
“Listen, I’m happy to be where I am, you know what I mean?”Stafford remarked once the transaction was completed.
“I’m pleased to be here, and I’m happy to play. I’m looking forward to playing football this year, and that’s what really important to me.” Sean McVay is pleased that his issue with Stafford has been settled.
Rams head coach Sean McVay praised Stafford’s professionalism during the bargaining process.
“I was grateful that we were able to get the solution and I was also grateful for a lot of the dialogue that was able to exist,” McVay told the audience.
“…I’m relieved that everything was completed, and I believe the process was beneficial to everyone involved. And, ultimately, I’m excited about this team.”
Stafford is coming off a good 2023 season, when he threw for 3,965 yards and 24
Over 15 games, he had 15 touchdowns and 11 interceptions, helping the Rams make the playoffs. As he enters the final phases of his career, the 36-year-old remains determined to win another Super Bowl with Los Angeles this season.
With the contract disagreement over, Stafford and the Rams can focus on the upcoming season, hoping to build on last year’s success and make another deep playoff run.
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