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Matthew Stafford won the NFL’s MVP award on Thursday night. During his acceptance speech, the Los Angeles Rams quarterback revealed he’s coming back next season.
His statement came at a time when his future in LA was uncertain. Some believed he may consider retiring after the 2025 season, but that is no longer the case following the definitive statement.
“I am so happy to have you at the games on the sideline with me,” he said, speaking to his family. “And I can’t wait for you to cheer me on next year when we’re out there kicking ass. So I’ll see you guys next year. Hopefully I’m not at this event, and we’re getting ready for another game in So-Fi.”
“So I’ll see you guys next year.”
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By not being at the NFL Honors in 2027 would mean the Los Angeles Rams would be playing in the Super Bowl. Stafford and company fell one game shy of the achievement after losing to the Seattle Seahawks 31-27 in the NFC Championship game two weekends ago.
Stafford threw for 374 yards and three touchdowns during the loss, which was a strong performance fitting for the NFL’s MVP to end his season on. Still, the Rams came up one score short of the win.