Quarterback Matthew Stafford reportedly plans to return next season, but the Los Angeles Rams should start preparing for a future without him.

The Los Angeles Rams’ entire offseason revolves around whether Matthew Stafford will remain the team’s quarterback for another year. The good news is, he plans to play in 2025. That’s according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network,

It has not taken long for Matthew Stafford‘s immediate future to become settled. The Rams are set to have their starting quarterback in place once again for 2025.

Right after the Los Angeles Rams loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the divisional round of the playoffs, quarterback Matthew Stafford said he would probably keep playing. That was confirmed on Wednesday,

Matthew Stafford reportedly plans to be back with the Los Angeles Rams next season. The 37-year-old quarterback said in his postseason press conference that he wanted to take some time to ponder his future,

“My understanding is Matthew Stafford does in fact plan to play next season,” NFL insider Ian Rapoport said. “This is essentially what he communicated to the Rams. Wanted to take some time off, but basically told them, ‘I feel good, I don't see why I wouldn't play.'”

Stafford revised his contract with the Rams ahead of last season -- in a rather lengthy process -- and will now carry a $49.6 million cap number into the 2025 campaign. L.A. can save $27 million by trading him in a post-June 1 move, and $23 million as a post-June 1 cut, per Over The Cap.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has given his final word on whether or not he will play in the 2025 NFL season. Matthew Stafford sowed mystery about his career by announcing he would take some time to think about his future,

My understanding is that Matthew Stafford does in fact plan to play next season,” Rapoport said. “This is essentially what he communicated to the Rams. He wanted to take so

While it remains to be seen who will be the Pittsburgh Steelers' quarterback in 2025, one NFL analyst believes the team should make a call to inquire about a trade for a veteran signal-caller who could become available this offseason.

Stafford will be turning 37 years old in February and despite his age still had a good season at age 36. He threw for 3,762 yards, 20 touchdowns and eight interceptions in 2024, leading the Rams to an NFC West title and a divisional round appearance.