Stafford is reportedly seeking to be paid $50 million annually on a multi-year deal, which despite his resume, might be too rich for the Rams considering Stafford's age.

The Rams still want Matthew Stafford to be the team's quarterback. But it's more complicated than a binary up or down, yes or no proposition. Stafford has received permission to talk to other teams. Recent comments from coach Sean McVay to the Fitz & Whit podcast make it clear that the two sides began exploring other options once it became clear that they didn't agree on his contract value for 2025.

The Los Angeles Rams and veteran starting quarterback Matthew Stafford are entangled in a contract dispute. Stafford is currently signed through 2026 on a previously-inked extension that pays him $40 million annually on a per year basis.