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PositiveNewsJul 29, 2026Underdog NFL

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Matthew Stafford back on his BS with the no-look to Davante Adams via @Ethanshirazi24

Matthew Stafford back on his BS with the no-look to Davante Adams via @Ethanshirazi24

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PositiveNewsJul 28, 2026Underdog NFL

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Midseason form for Matthew Stafford and Puka Nacua via @Ethanshirazi24

Midseason form for Matthew Stafford and Puka Nacua via @Ethanshirazi24

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PositiveNewsJul 28, 2026SleeperNFL

That Stafford + Puka fantasy stack is going to feed families ( @Ethanshirazi24)

That Stafford + Puka fantasy stack is going to feed families ( @Ethanshirazi24)

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Zain Dhanani

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Not said explicitly but based on personnel it sounds like Stetson Bennett worked with the 1st team O over Ty Simpson (Stafford planned rest per yesterday’s report) They are competing for QB2 behind Stafford Puka Nacua practiced which is good to hear since he’s seeking an extension

Not said explicitly but based on personnel it sounds like Stetson Bennett worked with the 1st team O over Ty Simpson (Stafford planned rest per yesterday’s report) They are competing for QB2 behind Stafford Puka Nacua practiced which is good to hear since he’s seeking an extension

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PositiveNewsJul 27, 2026SleeperNFL

The “99 Club” has officially been revealed for Madden NFL 27: Josh Allen Matthew Stafford Myles Garrett Ja’Marr Chase Trey McBride Jaxon Smith-Njigba

The “99 Club” has officially been revealed for Madden NFL 27: Josh Allen Matthew Stafford Myles Garrett Ja’Marr Chase Trey McBride Jaxon Smith-Njigba

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PositiveNewsJul 27, 2026Sigmund Bloom

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Final #ProsVsJoes team from 8 hole (TE Prem BB) QB: Stafford-Willis-BYoung (10-11-14) RB: Cook-Javonte-Monty-JBrooks-Corum (1-3-4-8-9) WR: Evans-PWash-Shaheed-Coker-Mitchell-TeSlaa-Thornton-Hurst (5-6-12-13-15-16-18-20 TE: Loveland-Kittle-Parkinson-DWash (2-7-17-19) Thoughts?

Final #ProsVsJoes team from 8 hole (TE Prem BB) QB: Stafford-Willis-BYoung (10-11-14) RB: Cook-Javonte-Monty-JBrooks-Corum (1-3-4-8-9) WR: Evans-PWash-Shaheed-Coker-Mitchell-TeSlaa-Thornton-Hurst (5-6-12-13-15-16-18-20 TE: Loveland-Kittle-Parkinson-DWash (2-7-17-19) Thoughts?

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 22, 2026NFL.com News

Matthew Stafford is the starting quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams, with Jimmy Garoppolo potentially returning as a veteran backup option behind him. Stafford's role as the primary starter remains unchanged; the Garoppolo discussion centers on depth chart reinforcement rather than any change to Stafford's position.

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NegativeValueJul 19, 2026Reddit /r/fantasyfootball

One commenter calls him 'a trap this year' due to Rams' elite defense (Garrett, McDuffie, possibly Donald return) likely reducing passing volume. Expected to go late but may underperform due to game-control approach. Concern: defensive strength may limit upside.

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PositiveProjectionJul 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Stafford, the reigning MVP, is certain to get significant media attention as he takes the field for training camp for the new season.

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NegativeMatchupJul 19, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

Matthew Stafford's MVP season at age 37 may not be sustainable, and if the Rams offense takes a step back, both Kyren and Blake Corum will see a significant drop in fantasy production.

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PositiveNewsJul 19, 2026SleeperNFL

.@SInow delivers its QB Rankings for 2026: 1 - Patrick Mahomes 2 - Josh Allen 3 - Matthew Stafford 4 - Lamar Jackson 5 - Joe Burrow 6 - Drake Maye 7 - Justin Herbert 8 - Dak Prescott 9 - Jordan Love 10 - Trevor Lawrence 11 - Caleb Williams 12 - Jared Goff

.@SInow delivers its QB Rankings for 2026: 1 - Patrick Mahomes 2 - Josh Allen 3 - Matthew Stafford 4 - Lamar Jackson 5 - Joe Burrow 6 - Drake Maye 7 - Justin Herbert 8 - Dak Prescott 9 - Jordan Love 10 - Trevor Lawrence 11 - Caleb Williams 12 - Jared Goff

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PositiveProjectionJul 18, 2026Flock Fantasy

Quarterbacks like Stafford would get a bump in scoring formats with increased passing yard points, as traditional pocket passing guys benefit more than rushing-focused QBs.

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PositiveProjectionJul 18, 2026Flock Fantasy

In a scoring format with +0.05 points per passing yard instead of 0.04, Stafford would receive a bump in value as a traditional pocket passer.

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PositiveRoleJul 16, 2026Flock Fantasy

Viewed as a starter-tier quarterback for fantasy teams, only willing to draft at the very end of the draft.

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NegativeProjectionJul 16, 2026Fantasy Points Fantasy Football

Matthew Stafford is not being targeted due to expected significant regression, with concerns about Alaric Jackson's health on his blindside.

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PositiveValueJul 16, 2026Fantasy Points Fantasy Football

Matthew Stafford will be available very cheaply (around $1) later in auctions as a start-worthy quarterback option when other teams have already spent on their primary QB.

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PositiveProjectionJul 16, 2026Fantasy Points Fantasy Football

Matthew Stafford is expected to see significant regression and is not a target in auctions, with concerns about Alaric Jackson's blindside protection.

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PositiveValueJul 16, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

Matthew Stafford is mentioned as a keeper option in the 8th round but is not selected over Caleb Williams in the 10th round due to superior value.

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PositiveProjectionJul 15, 2026Flock Fantasy

Selected as the starting quarterback after Mahomes was drafted, representing the highest-ranked available QB at the time.

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PositiveValueJul 15, 2026The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast

Analyst noted frustration when someone took Matthew Stafford way above ADP in a recent draft with Puka Nacua and Devante Adams on the team, disrupting the unique pairing strategy.

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PositiveProjectionJul 15, 2026The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny

Stafford hasn't lost any arm strength and continues to make video game throws and no-look throws in crucial moments, showing no physical decline.

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PositiveProjectionJul 15, 2026The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny

Stafford went too low in draft rankings; he's one of the toughest players in the NFL and is expected to keep playing, with no signs of arm strength decline.

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NegativeInjuryJul 15, 2026The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny

Stafford has an ongoing back issue that could flare up at any time, with a history of back injuries that is a concern for the Rams offense.

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PositiveValueJul 15, 2026Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz

Stafford is implied as a quarterback option available in round 11, mentioned in comparison to Lawrence and Goff.

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PositiveValueJul 15, 2026Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz

Matthew Stafford was drafted by a computer opponent, but the analysts indicate they didn't prioritize him.

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PositiveValueJul 15, 2026Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz

Analyst prefers acquiring Stafford in round 11 rather than taking Mahomes earlier, indicating strong value at that stage.

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PositiveValueJul 15, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

Matthew Stafford is a bargain elite quarterback option available well after pick 100, projected for over 4,000 passing yards and 30 TDs.

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PositiveProjectionJul 14, 2026The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast

Matthew Stafford demonstrated that pocket passers in good environments can still thrive and hit their ceiling in fantasy football, as evidenced by his outlier MVP season last year.

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NegativeProjectionJul 14, 2026The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast

Matthew Stafford's MVP season and crazy touchdown rate season have resulted in a far lower ADP than he would have received six to eight years ago, as the market has become smarter about regression.

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PositiveValueJul 14, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Quarterback the analyst is comfortable settling for if Kyler Murray is not available, as part of their late-round QB strategy.

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PositiveValueJul 14, 2026FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast

Stafford is mentioned as a late-round quarterback option who was awesome last year; available late with upside.

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PositiveProjectionJul 14, 2026RotoWire

Stafford was the QB2 and fantasy MVP last year but is now going as QB14, which the analyst views as roughly the right price correction.

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PositiveProjectionJul 13, 2026Fantasy Football Today

Matthew Stafford was third in points per game the year before when looking at weeks one through 17.

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PositiveValueJul 13, 2026Fantasy Football Advice

Taken in the better tier of quarterbacks in the simulated draft.

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NegativeProjectionJul 13, 2026Fantasy Football Advice

Analyst expresses concern that Matthew Stafford might have zero rushing yards this season, which is a significant concern if there's regression in touchdowns.

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PositiveRoleJul 13, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Preferred over backup QBs like Mac Jones and Malik Willis in dynasty bestball due to contract security and known performance level; more likely to have a starting job next year despite age concerns.

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PositiveRoleJul 13, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Matthew Stafford is mentioned as a QB with injury history whose backup should be rostered in dynasty best ball to protect against potential absences.

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PositiveValueJul 13, 2026Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz

Matthew Stafford is being drafted approximately five and a half rounds earlier than Jared Goff despite similar playing styles as a pocket passer.

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PositiveProjectionJul 13, 2026BDGE Fantasy Football

Stafford is a phenomenal quarterback two in fantasy being picked at quarterback 16, with elite weapons including Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, Sam LaPorta, and Jahmyr Gibbs that will help him produce top-three quarterback numbers through the air.

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NegativeProjectionJul 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Stafford ranks #3 overall QB in ESPN's rankings and is the highest-ranked NFC quarterback, ahead of Prescott at #6. As the reigning MVP, Stafford holds the top NFC position in this executive/coach/scout-sourced ranking.

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