Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay not too long ago revealed that the crew has agreed to phrases with Matthew Stafford on a revised contract, and a few particulars in regards to the deal have now surfaced.
McVay informed reporters on Tuesday that he was “relieved” to share that Stafford has restructured his contract with the team. On Sunday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reported that Stafford had $5 million from the again finish of his earlier contract moved to this season. The Rams additionally added a $4 million assured roster bonus for 2025.
Previous to the restructure, Stafford was set to make $31 million this season. He had no assured cash on his deal past that. From the way in which Rapoport described it, the Rams have given Stafford an extra $9 million in assured cash in comparison with what he had earlier than.
Stafford nonetheless prices nowhere close to the $55 million per yr that the highest-paid quarterbacks within the NFL make, however the further ensures are a pleasant compromise.
After being shut down with an harm for the second half of the 2022 season, Stafford bounced again final yr with 3,965 yards, 24 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. He performed at a excessive stage for a lot of the yr and led the Rams again to the playoffs.
McVay and Co. really feel comfy leaning on Stafford once more for a minimum of one other season, regardless of the trade rumors that continue to pop up.
