Sean McVay can’t say with certainty that Matthew Stafford will be back with the Rams in 2025 but hopes for clarity soon

The Rams had contract issues to solve with Matthew Stafford all the way up to training camp last year. Coach Sean McVay aims to avoid a repeat this year.

While head coach Sean McVay did not have an update on quarterback Matthew Stafford's future with the Rams at his end-of-season news conference, he said he hoped there would be clarity "sooner than later" this offseason.

Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay says he would like to know “sooner than later” about Matthew Stafford’s status for next season.

Sean McVay wants to avoid what happened last offseason when the Los Angeles Rams spent months in limbo awaiting clarity from Matthew Stafford. After reaching the playoffs and beating the Minnesota Vikings in the wild-card round,

Here’s a look at where the Rams’ offense stands entering the offseason. QB Matthew Stafford, RB Kyren Williams, WR Cooper Kupp, WR Puka Nacua, TE Tyler Higbee, RT Rob Havenstein, RG Kevin Dotson, C Beaux Limmer and LG Steve Avila are signed for the 2025 season.

Matthew Stafford is taking time to consider his NFL future, which means Sean McVay could have to urgently find a replacement.

"I'm sure damn proud of Matthew Stafford," said Sean McVay in his postgame press conference on Sunday, saying the Rams quarterback was "Outstanding" in the game. Stafford finished with 324 yards and 2 touchdowns on the night.

Sean McVay held his end-of-season press conference, addressing the futures of Stafford and Kupp, as well as the need for “more versatility” on offense

Cardinals TE Trey McBride set career-highs in receptions and yards in 2024, asserting himself as one of the go-to weapons on their offense. Following an 8-9 finish this past season, McBride reflected on last year and stated his belief that they will take a big step and be a postseason team in 2025.

Matthew Stafford is considering whether he will remain with the Los Angeles Rams for the 2025 NFL season and head coach Sean McVay made a special request to the veteran quarterback and front office about the timing to negotiate.

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