The Los Angeles Rams and quarterback Matthew Stafford worked out a short-term agreement during the offseason for Stafford to stay put, and the 37-year-old has since become a legitimate MVP candidate for the ongoing season.

On Wednesday, NFL insider Jeremy Fowler of ESPN explained how "Stafford's MVP campaign only deepens the intrigue with his contractual future in Los Angeles" beyond February 2026.

Does Matthew Stafford have more leverage regarding future than he did this past offseason?

"If either side presses the red button -- asking for a new deal or exploring a trade again -- then Stafford will rival Daniel Jones for the most fascinating QB deal this offseason," Fowler shared. "No passer is playing better than [Stafford] is, lending considerable leverage if he decides

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