Matthew Stafford gets four-year, $160M extension from Rams

Stafford is getting a four-year extension from the Rams worth $160 million. Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Matthew Stafford getting four-year, $160M contract extension from Rams

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Larry Brown | Last updated 3/19/22

Matthew Stafford just led the Los Angeles Rams to a Super Bowl win in his first season in L.A. Now the team is set to reward him with a massive contract extension.

Stafford is getting a four-year extension from the Rams worth $160 million. The contract includes $135 million guaranteed and is structured to spread the cap hit out over a few years.

Rams and Matthew Stafford finalized a four-year, $160 million extension that includes $135 million guaranteed that should allow the veteran QB to finish his career in Los Angeles, sources tell ESPN.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 19, 2022

Stafford was entering the final season of a five-year, $135 million contract he signed with the Lions in 2017. The contract structure is designed to help the Rams build around him and maintain a Super Bowl-caliber roster.

The Rams recently added to their receiving weapons by signing Allen Robinson in free agency, but they could be trading Robert Woods. They still have a decision to make on Odell Beckham Jr., who is a free agent but recovering from an injury suffered in the Super Bowl.

Stafford probably could have gotten more from the Rams, but the deal should help the team remain competitive.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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