Despite having the film, stats, and accolades, Rams QB Matthew Stafford is rarely regarded as a top-five NFL quarterback so what is the bias against him?

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.

Stafford, 36, said after the Rams’ season ended that he still feels like he can play at a high level, but the possibility of retirement looms large. He’ll be 37 in February, has already won a Super Bowl and though he’s still playing well, it wouldn’t surprise anyone if he chose to retire this offseason.

While the Rams and star QB Matthew Stafford work on a deal, the idea of a trade could come about if negotiations break down. The Rams simply can not do that.

The Vikings had a sterling regular season before falling apart in the playoffs. Matthew Stafford's Rams were the ones who sent Minnesota packing. Sam Darnold had a great year but struggled in clutch moments in the final game of the season when the top spot in the conference was on the line, and again in the Wild Card round.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford made waves ahead of a pivotal offseason for himself and the organization.

Rams QB Matthew Stafford announced Wednesday night that he would return for the 2025 season as he begins negotiations with team over a new contract

“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.'”