In a night filled with the NFL’s finest moments, Matthew Stafford‘s heartfelt acceptance speech as the 2025 NFL MVP award winner left the audience in awe. The Los Angeles Rams quarterback showcased his vulnerable side on stage, making for a truly unforgettable moment. Furthermore, Stafford made a major announcement regarding the 2026 season, putting speculation about his career to rest.
Matthew Stafford reveals he’ll return to play for the Rams next season
Matthew Stafford has announced he’ll return to the Los Angeles Rams for the 2026 season after winning the NFL MVP award. The 37-year-old quarterback made the announcement during his acceptance speech at the NFL Honors ceremony in San Francisco, surrounded by his four daughters.
Matthew Stafford narrowly beat out Drake Maye for the MVP award in a nail-biter, marking the closest MVP race since Peyton Manning and Steve McNair shared the honor in 2003. His acceptance speech was a beautiful tribute to his team and his family, particularly his four daughters, dressed in matching outfits and beaming with pride.
Stafford edged Maye with 24 first-place votes to 23, a razor-thin margin that reflected the intense competition for the award. The 37-year-old’s MVP win was a testament to his remarkable 2025 season, where he led the NFL in passing yards (4,707) and touchdowns (46). Despite battling back issues, the Rams quarterback didn’t miss a game and was intercepted just eight times in 597 attempts. His impressive performance earned him his first NFL MVP award and first-team All-Pro honors.
However, Matthew Stafford, turning 38 on Saturday, is eager to secure a second Super Bowl championship with the Los Angeles Rams.
“Oh yeah, I’ll be back. It was such an amazing season and I play with such a great group of guys and great group of coaches that I was lucky enough to finish this season healthy,” he assured. The team’s head coach, Sean McVay, reacted with unbridled enthusiasm when the NFL player announced his return for another season.
Matthew Stafford’s MVP win and announcement have set the stage for an exciting 2026 season, with the Los Angeles Rams looking to make another deep playoff run.
