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Two years ago, Matthew Stafford led the Rams to victory in Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium.
On Wednesday, the NFL announced that Super Bowl LXI, which will cap the 2026-27 season, was awarded to the Rams’ home .
Does Stafford, 36, anticipate still playing for the Rams?
“I have no idea,” he said, chuckling. “That’s a long way away.”
But Stafford would welcome the opportunity to play another Super Bowl in his home stadium.
“Absolutely,” he said, adding, “It was cool. … It’s a unique experience, getting able to do that at home. Don’t know what it would be like anywhere else, but it sure was fun getting it done at our place.”
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After their Super Bowl victory, the Rams gave Stafford an extension through 2026, but salaries for the final two years are not guaranteed.
Stafford still is working on helping the Rams qualify for the NFC playoffs. The Rams are 6-7 heading into their home game Sunday against the Washington Commanders.
Despite their 37-31 overtime defeat to the Baltimore Ravens last Sunday, the Rams are in the hunt for a wild-card spot. They also have games against the New Orleans Saints, New York Giants and San Francisco 49ers.
Stafford’s outstanding play since returning from a right thumb injury keyed a three-game winning streak before the loss to the Ravens, the AFC’s top-seeded team. There was no drop-off by Stafford in the defeat, which ended when the Ravens returned a punt for a touchdown. He passed for 294 yards and three touchdowns without an interception.
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In the last three games, Stafford has passed for 10 touchdowns with one interception, giving him 19 touchdowns with nine interceptions this season.
“He’s played like Matthew,” coach Sean McVay said this week. “He’s a great player, and you can see he’s feeling healthy. … Guys are competing hard around him…
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Author : LA Times
Publish date : 2023-12-14 13:30:41
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