Matthew Stafford, Lions and Detroit
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When the Los Angeles Rams acquired quarterback Matthew Stafford in a trade with the Detroit Lions in January 2021, the franchise sent a special message to Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw on X.
Matthew Stafford’s teeth weren’t the only topic of discussion after the Rams lost Sunday’s NFC title game in Seattle. Asked shortly after the
Rams coach Sean McVay snapped at a reporter when asked if he expected Stafford back. Stafford led the NFL in passing yards (4,707) and touchdowns (46) this season, establishing a career-best campaign. "Yeah, if he still wants to play," McVay said. "The hell kind of question is that?"
Despite claims that his legacy should be erased, Matthew Stafford will always be remembered and honored by the Detroit Lions—just like Calvin Johnson. Here’s why.
The 2021 trade sending Matthew Stafford to the Rams and Jared Goff to the Lions has benefited both quarterbacks and franchises. Stafford led the Rams to a Super Bowl title and is an MVP favorite, while Goff has revived his career in Detroit.