Matthew Stafford Fantasy outlook, stats and Week 4 start/sit for 2026
- Age
- 38
- Height / weight
- 6'3", 214 lb
- Experience
- 18th season
- Drafted
- 2009 R1, #1
2026 Season
- PPR PPG
- 18.7
- Pos rank
- QB13
- Rostered
- 89%
Week 4 at Eagles, Sun Oct 4, 1:00 PM ET 7th vs. QBs, favorable
Matthew Stafford Fantasy Football Stats & Analysis
Scoring rate
18.7 PPG
Played
3 games
Role
Starter
Trend
Stable
Matthew Stafford's 2026 Season, Week by Week
3 games played: two mid-range starts and one bust. The next four matchups include three of the league's softest pass defenses.
- Week 1, Loss,vs SF,5.1,QB32
- Week 2, Win,vs NYG,28.0,QB6
- Week 3, Loss,at DEN,22.9,QB9
- Up next. Week 4, Oct 4,at PHI,FavorableEagles vs. QBs
- Week 5, Oct 12,vs BUF,FavorableBills vs. QBs
- Week 6, Oct 18,vs ARI,FavorableCardinals vs. QBs
- Week 7, Oct 25,at LV,NeutralRaiders vs. QBs
Matchup rank is PPR points allowed to QBs through Week 4. 1st allows the most, 32nd the fewest.
Should You Start or Roster Matthew Stafford?
Stafford is averaging 18.7 PPR points per game through 3 games, with 872 passing yards, 6 TD and 4 INT, plus 11 rushing yards. That ranks QB13, which makes him a streaming option in one-QB leagues and a starter in superflex and two-QB leagues.
His yards per attempt (7.9) is in the 81st percentile among QBs, the best of his efficiency marks; his completion rate (60.4%) is the weakest, in the 27th. His most-targeted receivers have been Davante Adams and Tyler Higbee.
His best week was QB6 in Week 2 against the Giants (28.0 points); his worst, QB32 in Week 1 against the 49ers (5.1). Two favorable matchups are coming: the Eagles (7th vs. QBs) in Week 4 and the Bills (10th vs. QBs) in Week 5.
For the season-long call, whether to hold, trade or start him, check where Stafford ranks among all QBs in Redraft Command.
What's Driving His Production
Percentile vs. every QB with at least 60 pass attempts in 2026. The line marks the league median.
Completion rate
60.4%27th percentile, below average
Yards per attempt
7.981st percentile, above average
TD rate
5.4%50th percentile, about average
Fantasy points per play
0.4746th percentile, about average
Matthew Stafford 2026 Game Log
| Wk | Opp | Result | FPTS | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vs 49ers | L 7–27 | 5.1 | QB32 |
| 2 | vs Giants | W 28–6 | 28.0 | QB6 |
| 3 | @ Broncos | L 26–30 | 22.9 | QB9 |
| Total | 1–2 | 56.0 | QB13 |
Career Fantasy Stats by Season
| Season | Team | GP | Pass yds | TD | INT | Rush yds | FPTS | PPG | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | LAR | 3 | 872 | 6 | 4 | 11 | 56.0 | 18.7 | — |
| 2025 | LAR | 17 | 4,707 | 46 | 8 | 1 | 358.4 | 21.1 | QB3 |
| 2024 | LAR | 16 | 3,762 | 20 | 8 | 41 | 222.6 | 13.9 | QB19 |
| 2023 | LAR | 15 | 3,965 | 24 | 11 | 65 | 254.1 | 16.9 | QB15 |
| 2022 | LAR | 9 | 2,087 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 115.4 | 12.8 | QB32 |
| Career | 242 | 65,388 | 429 | 200 | 1,368 | 4234.0 | 17.5 |
Rest-of-Season Outlook and Availability
Outlook
The leap from 2024 is stark: he jumped from 20 touchdowns and 214.6 points (QB13) to more than double the scoring, driven by efficiency (0.055 to 0. Behind him on the depth chart: Stetson Bennett IV. Full outlook
Injury status
Active, no designation
He has not missed a game this season. Career games missed to injury: 35. Injury history
- 2024hamstringPlayed through
- 2023headPlayed through
- 2023right wrist1 game
- 2022back7 games
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Matthew Stafford Fantasy Football FAQ
Should I start Matthew Stafford in Week 4?
Matthew Stafford is a streaming option in one-QB leagues and a starter in superflex and two-QB leagues for Week 4 at the Eagles, as the QB13 in PPR total points this season (18.7 a game). The Eagles rank 7th in PPR points allowed to QBs, a favorable matchup. Get the start/sit call for Stafford.
How many fantasy points is Matthew Stafford averaging in 2026?
Matthew Stafford is averaging 18.7 PPR fantasy points per game in 2026, 56.0 points across 3 games. His last game produced 22.9 points.
Where does Matthew Stafford rank in fantasy football in 2026?
Matthew Stafford ranks QB13 in PPR total points in 2026, through 3 games. That makes him a streaming option in one-QB leagues and a starter in superflex and two-QB leagues. View his complete season statistics.
Is Matthew Stafford worth rostering in fantasy football?
Yes, in the right league: Matthew Stafford is a weekly starter in superflex and 2QB leagues and a streamer in 1QB leagues. He is rostered in 89% of Sleeper leagues.
What is Matthew Stafford's fantasy football role?
Matthew Stafford is the Rams' starting QB, with Stetson Bennett IV behind him. He is averaging 37.0 pass attempts and 2.7 carries a game in 2026.
What are Matthew Stafford's upcoming fantasy football matchups?
Matthew Stafford's next three games are Week 4 at the Eagles (7th in PPR points allowed to QBs, favorable), Week 5 vs. the Bills (10th in PPR points allowed to QBs, favorable) and Week 6 vs. the Cardinals (4th in PPR points allowed to QBs, favorable). Three of them are favorable by points allowed to the position.
How consistent has Matthew Stafford been in fantasy football this season?
Matthew Stafford has finished as a top-12 QB in 2 of his 3 games this season. His weekly scoring has a standard deviation of 12.0 points around his 18.7-point average.
What is Matthew Stafford's fantasy floor and ceiling?
This season Matthew Stafford's floor has been 5.1 PPR points (Week 1, QB32) and his ceiling 28.0 (Week 2, QB6). His median week has been 22.9 points. See Stafford's full game log.
Matthew Stafford 2026 Stats
2026 through Week 4 · Los Angeles RamsTouchdowns account for 43% of his fantasy production, making his weekly output highly TD-dependent.
Passing
- Yards
- 872
- Comp %
- 60.4%
- TD
- 6
- INT
- 4
67/111 Comp/Att7.9 Y/A88.1 Rating
Rushing
- Yards
- 11
- TD
- 0
8 Att1.4 Y/C
Fantasy (PPR)
- Points
- 56.0
- Pos rank
- QB13
28.0 Best Week 2 vs NYG5.1 Worst Week 1 vs SF
Advanced Passing Stats
Stafford pushes the ball downfield more than most QBs and gets the ball out quickly.
| Stat | 2026 Thru Wk 4 | 2025 16 games | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Efficiency | ||||
| EPA per play | +0.05 | 37th | +0.15 | 85th |
| Success rate | 43.0% | 34th | 50.3% | 88th |
| Completion rate | 60.4% | 34th | 65.2% | 60th |
| Yards per attempt | 7.9 | 83rd | 8.0 | 90th |
| TD rate | 5.4% | 51st | 7.5% | 98th |
| Usage | ||||
| Pass attempts per game | 37.0 | 83rd | 34.8 | 90th |
| Style | ||||
| Time to throw | — | — | 2.80s | 35th |
| Air yards per attempt | 9.7 | 91st | 9.1 | 98th |
| Deep-attempt rate | 12.1% | 63rd | 14.5% | 95th |
| Context | ||||
| Completion % over expected | +1.1 | 37th | +1.8 | 65th |
| Pressure rate | 20.9% | 63rd | 18.1% | 80th |
Percentiles: 2026 through Week 4 among 36 qualified QBs · 2025 (16 games, weeks 1–17) among 41. Grey bars describe style, not quality.
Profile: Stafford adds value per play and gains a lot per attempt.
For fantasy: his floor is his volume, 37.0 pass attempts and 2.7 carries a game this season; efficiency decides how much of it becomes points.
Fantasy Points per Game, Every Season
18.7
Fantasy PPG
291
Pass yds/g
2.0
Pass TD/g
Matthew Stafford career stats by season
| Season | GP | Cmp | Att | Pass yds | TD | INT | Rush yds | FPTS | PPG | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026to date | 3 | 67 | 111 | 872 | 6 | 4 | 11 | 56.0 | 18.7 | — |
| 2025 | 17 | 388 | 597 | 4,707 | 46 | 8 | 1 | 358.4 | 21.1 | QB3 |
| 2024 | 16 | 340 | 517 | 3,762 | 20 | 8 | 41 | 222.6 | 13.9 | QB19 |
| 2023 | 15 | 326 | 521 | 3,965 | 24 | 11 | 65 | 254.1 | 16.9 | QB15 |
| 2022 | 9 | 206 | 303 | 2,087 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 115.4 | 12.8 | QB32 |
| 2021 | 17 | 404 | 601 | 4,886 | 41 | 17 | 43 | 341.7 | 20.1 | QB5 |
| 2020 | 16 | 339 | 528 | 4,084 | 26 | 10 | 112 | 268.6 | 16.8 | QB15 |
| 2019 | 8 | 187 | 291 | 2,499 | 19 | 5 | 66 | 166.6 | 20.8 | QB29 |
| 2018 | 16 | 367 | 555 | 3,777 | 21 | 11 | 71 | 217.2 | 13.6 | QB19 |
| 2017 | 16 | 371 | 565 | 4,446 | 29 | 10 | 98 | 272.6 | 17.0 | QB7 |
| 2016 | 16 | 388 | 594 | 4,327 | 24 | 10 | 207 | 286.8 | 17.9 | QB6 |
| 2015 | 16 | 398 | 592 | 4,262 | 32 | 13 | 159 | 299.8 | 18.7 | QB8 |
| 2014 | 16 | 363 | 602 | 4,257 | 22 | 12 | 93 | 255.6 | 16.0 | QB15 |
| 2013 | 16 | 371 | 634 | 4,650 | 29 | 19 | 69 | 285.9 | 17.9 | QB7 |
| 2012 | 16 | 435 | 727 | 4,967 | 20 | 17 | 126 | 287.6 | 18.0 | QB9 |
| 2011 | 16 | 421 | 663 | 5,038 | 41 | 16 | 78 | 354.3 | 22.1 | QB5 |
| 2010 | 3 | 57 | 96 | 535 | 6 | 1 | 11 | 49.5 | 16.5 | QB32 |
| 2009 | 10 | 201 | 377 | 2,267 | 13 | 20 | 108 | 141.5 | 14.2 | QB21 |
| Career | 242 | 5,629 | 8,874 | 65,388 | 429 | 200 | 1,368 | 4234.0 | 17.5 | — |
What His Career Numbers Say
17.5
Career PPG
244 games over 18 seasons
87%
Availability
Share of team games he played
44%
Top-12 weeks
Share of his games as a QB1
6.9
Weekly swing
Standard deviation, moderate
Stafford has averaged 17.5 fantasy points per game over 244 games and 18 seasons, with eight top-12 finishes (2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2021, 2025).
So far in 2026 he is at 18.7 per game, down 2.4 from 2025. That is despite more volume (37.0 pass attempts a game against 35.1), so efficiency and scoring are doing it. His most-targeted receivers this season have been Davante Adams and Tyler Higbee.
Career numbers describe the past; for what he is worth from here, see Stafford's rest-of-season rank and trade value in Redraft Command.
Career highs
- 5,038Pass yards2011
- 46Pass TD2025
- 358.4Fantasy pts2025 · QB3
- 65,879Career pass yds2009–2026
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Matthew Stafford Stats FAQ
How many fantasy points does Matthew Stafford have in 2026?
Matthew Stafford has 56.0 PPR fantasy points in 2026 through Week 4, 18.7 per game across 3 games. That total ranks QB13 at the position. See how those numbers break down week by week.
How many passing yards does Matthew Stafford have this season?
Matthew Stafford has 872 passing yards in 2026 through Week 4, 291 a game over 3 games, on 67 of 111 completions. His high was 390 yards, in Week 3 at the Broncos.
How many passing touchdowns does Matthew Stafford have this season?
Matthew Stafford has thrown 6 touchdown passes in 2026 through Week 4.
How many interceptions has Matthew Stafford thrown this season?
Matthew Stafford has thrown 4 interceptions in 2026 through Week 4, one every 28 attempts, against 6 touchdown passes.
What is Matthew Stafford's completion percentage?
Matthew Stafford is completing 60.4% of his passes in 2026, 67 of 111, at 7.9 yards per attempt.
How many rushing yards does Matthew Stafford have this season?
Matthew Stafford has 11 rushing yards on 8 carries in 2026 through Week 4. His high was 13 yards, in Week 3 at the Broncos.
How many games has Matthew Stafford played in 2026?
Matthew Stafford has played 3 games in the 2026 season through Week 4.
What were Matthew Stafford's stats last season?
In 2025, Matthew Stafford completed 388 of 597 passes for 4,707 yards, 46 touchdowns and 8 interceptions, adding 1 rushing yards in 17 games. That was 358.4 PPR points (21.1 per game), a QB3 finish.
What are Matthew Stafford's career NFL stats?
Across 18 seasons and 242 games, Matthew Stafford has 65,388 passing yards, 429 touchdown passes and 200 interceptions, plus 1,368 rushing yards, for 4234.0 PPR fantasy points (17.5 per game).
How many touchdowns does Matthew Stafford have in his career?
Matthew Stafford has thrown 429 touchdown passes and run for 15 touchdowns in his NFL career, 444 in all, over 242 games.
How many career passing yards does Matthew Stafford have?
Matthew Stafford has 65,388 career passing yards over 18 seasons, on 5,629 completions in 8,874 attempts.
Matthew Stafford Game Log 2026
Games played
3
FPTS/G (PPR)
18.7
Pass yds/g
291
Pass TD/g
2.0
Cmp %
60.4%
Rush yds/g
4
Across 3 games in 2026, Matthew Stafford has averaged 291 passing yards, 2.0 passing touchdowns and 18.7 PPR fantasy points per game. Matthew Stafford has finished as a top-12 QB in 2 of those weeks, and inside the top 24 in 2. The best week was Week 2 against NYG (28.0 points); the lowest was Week 1 against SF (5.1).
| Wk | Opp | Result | FPTS | CMP/ATT | PASS YDS | PASS TD | INT | CAR | RUSH YDS | RUSH TD | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SF27th | L 7-27 | 5.1 | 15/25 | 155 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 0 | QB32 |
Week 1 · SF · L 7-27 · 5.1 pts
How the 5.1 points scored (PPR)
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| 2 | NYG10th | W 28-6 | 28.0 | 22/31 | 327 | 4 | 1 | 4 | -1 | 0 | QB6 |
Week 2 · NYG · W 28-6 · 28.0 pts
How the 28.0 points scored (PPR)
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| 3 | DEN22nd | L 26-30 | 22.9 | 30/55 | 390 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 13 | 0 | QB9 |
Week 3 · DEN · L 26-30 · 22.9 pts
How the 22.9 points scored (PPR)
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Opponent rank is fantasy points allowed to QBs across 2026: 1st allows the most, 32nd the fewest.
Where His Weeks Finished
Two QB1 weeks and one bust. For a quarterback ranked QB13 overall, the spread matters more than the average: you get a top-12 ceiling and a waiver-wire floor.
Game-by-Game Breakdown
QB1 week at Denver
30/55, 390 yds, 2 TD, 2 INT. 2 carries, 13 yds.
A 55-attempt game produced two total touchdowns. 24 of those throws went to Davante Adams (13 targets) and Tyler Higbee (11), and his TD passes went to Higbee and Konata Mumpfield. At 7.1 yards per attempt, most of it came underneath.
QB1 week vs. the Giants
22/31, 327 yds, 4 TD, 1 INT. 4 carries, -1 yds.
19 of his 31 throws went to Davante Adams (10 targets) and Terrance Ferguson (9), and his TD passes went to Adams, Kyren Williams and Ferguson. His most efficient game of the season at 10.5 yards per attempt. One interception in a game that landed well above his season average.
Shut down by San Francisco
15/25, 155 yds, 0 TD, 1 INT. 2 carries, -1 yds.
15 of his 25 throws went to Puka Nacua (9 targets) and Davante Adams (6). Just 6.2 yards per attempt. One interception in a game that landed well below his season average.
Fantasy Points By Week
- Weekly points
- Season average (18.7)
Upcoming Matchups
View matchup — Los Angeles Rams vs Philadelphia Eagles
View matchup — Los Angeles Rams vs Buffalo Bills
View matchup — Los Angeles Rams vs Arizona Cardinals
View matchup — Los Angeles Rams vs Las Vegas Raiders
Matthew Stafford Game Log 2019
Games played
8
FPTS/G (PPR)
20.8
Pass yds/g
312
Pass TD/g
2.4
Cmp %
64.3%
Rush yds/g
8
Across 8 games in 2019, Matthew Stafford has averaged 312 passing yards, 2.4 passing touchdowns and 20.8 PPR fantasy points per game. Matthew Stafford has finished as a top-12 QB in 6 of those weeks, and inside the top 24 in 7. The best week was Week 7 against MIN (29.6 points); the lowest was Week 6 against GB (10.5).
| Wk | Opp | FPTS | CMP/ATT | PASS YDS | PASS TD | INT | CAR | RUSH YDS | RUSH TD | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ARI1st | 25.6 | 27/45 | 385 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 22 | 0 | QB7 |
Week 1 · ARI · 25.6 pts
How the 25.6 points scored (PPR)
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| 2 | LAC23rd | 17.1 | 22/30 | 245 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 13 | 0 | QB12 |
Week 2 · LAC · 17.1 pts
How the 17.1 points scored (PPR)
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| 3 | PHI12th | 12.1 | 18/32 | 201 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | QB26 |
Week 3 · PHI · 12.1 pts
How the 12.1 points scored (PPR)
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| 4 | KC16th | 22.4 | 21/34 | 291 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 18 | 0 | QB7 |
Week 4 · KC · 22.4 pts
How the 22.4 points scored (PPR)
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| 6 | GB22nd | 10.5 | 18/32 | 265 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 0 | QB21 |
Week 6 · GB · 10.5 pts
How the 10.5 points scored (PPR)
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| 7 | MIN24th | 29.6 | 30/45 | 364 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | QB2 |
Week 7 · MIN · 29.6 pts
How the 29.6 points scored (PPR)
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| 8 | NYG5th | 24.4 | 25/32 | 342 | 3 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 0 | QB5 |
Week 8 · NYG · 24.4 pts
How the 24.4 points scored (PPR)
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| 9 | LV11th | 24.8 | 26/41 | 406 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 0 | QB5 |
Week 9 · LV · 24.8 pts
How the 24.8 points scored (PPR)
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Opponent rank is fantasy points allowed to QBs across 2019: 1st allows the most, 32nd the fewest.
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Matthew Stafford Game Log FAQ
How did Matthew Stafford do in his last game?
Matthew Stafford scored 22.9 PPR points in Week 3 at the Broncos, a 30–26 loss, a QB9 finish. He completed 30 of 55 passes for 390 yards with 2 touchdowns and 2 interceptions, and ran 2 times for 13 yards. View his 2026 season totals.
How many fantasy points did Matthew Stafford score in his last game?
Matthew Stafford scored 22.9 PPR fantasy points in his last game, Week 3 at the Broncos, a QB9 finish for the week. That was 4.2 above his season average of 18.7.
How many passing yards did Matthew Stafford have in his last game?
Matthew Stafford threw for 390 yards in Week 3 at the Broncos, completing 30 of 55 passes, and added 13 rushing yards.
How many touchdowns did Matthew Stafford throw in his last game?
Matthew Stafford threw 2 touchdown passes in Week 3 at the Broncos with 2 interceptions.
What were Matthew Stafford's stats in Week 2?
In Week 2 against the Giants, a 28–6 win, Matthew Stafford completed 22 of 31 passes for 327 yards with 4 touchdowns and 1 interception, and ran 4 times for -1 yards. That was 28.0 PPR points, a QB6 finish.
What was Matthew Stafford's best game this season?
Matthew Stafford's best 2026 game was Week 2 against the Giants: 28.0 PPR points, a QB6 finish. He completed 22 of 31 passes for 327 yards with 4 touchdowns and 1 interception, and ran 4 times for -1 yards.
What was Matthew Stafford's worst game this season?
Matthew Stafford's lowest-scoring 2026 game was Week 1 against the 49ers: 5.1 PPR points, a QB32 finish. He completed 15 of 25 passes for 155 yards with 1 interception, and ran 2 times for -1 yards.
In how many games has Matthew Stafford thrown a touchdown pass this season?
Matthew Stafford has thrown a touchdown pass in 2 of his 3 games this season, and scored a touchdown of any kind in 2.
Can I see Matthew Stafford's game logs from previous seasons?
Yes. The season selector above the game log switches it to Stafford's weekly results from any season from 2009 through 2025.
Matthew Stafford Rest-of-Season Outlook
Volume-driven QB2 with streaming weeks
Preseason Projection vs. Reality
He finished QB3 last season at 21.1 points per game.
Our Take After Week 4
Through 3 games he's QB13 at 18.7 PPR points per game, against 21.1 over 17 games last season (QB3). He's running behind last season's pace.
Last season he ranked 4th of 41 in passing volume (35.1 attempts per game), 6th of 41 in efficiency (0.17 EPA per play) and 41st of 41 in rushing (0.1 rush yards per game). His points come from his passing volume. Rushing is the soft spot. Davante Adams and Tyler Higbee are his top two targets.
The main risk is the job itself. He's the listed starter with Stetson Bennett IV next on the depth chart, and a benching or an injury would take his value to zero overnight.
The next favorable matchups are the Eagles in Week 4 (7th against QBs) and the Bills in Week 5 (10th against QBs).
Read our preseason outlook (June 2026)
Published June 17, 2026. Kept for reference; the take above replaces it.
Stafford authored a career year in 2025, finishing as our QB1 on 350.4 fantasy points. Across a full 17 games he threw for 4,707 yards and a monster 46 touchdowns against just 8 interceptions, posting a 0.168 EPA per play and a 50.8 percent success rate. The volume was elite (597 attempts, 113 red-zone attempts, 14.5 percent deep-attempt rate), and his 4 completions of 50-plus yards underscore a downfield game that hummed.
The leap from 2024 is stark: he jumped from 20 touchdowns and 214.6 points (QB13) to more than double the scoring, driven by efficiency (0.055 to 0.168 EPA) and touchdown variance breaking his way. The risk is age 37, a No. 1 overall pedigree now 17 years deep, and the regression that 46 scores invites. He offers no rushing floor (1 rush yard), so a TD dip would sting. Still, as a stable, high-volume pocket passer in a loaded offense, Stafford is a locked-in weekly starter and low-end QB1.
What Drives His Outlook
His 2025 rank among the 41 quarterbacks who played at least six games. Each bar is one quarterback, best on the left; his is highlighted.
Passing volume
Efficiency
Rushing
- Success rate
- 50.8%
- CPOE
- +1.6
- Sacks taken
- 23
- Pressure rate
- 18.5%
- Bad-throw rate
- 18.1%
- Deep-attempt rate
- 14.5%
What Could Change His Value
Upside
- A soft stretchThe Eagles in Week 4 and the Bills in Week 5 are top-10 matchups for QBs.Wk 4 PHI, 7thWk 5 BUF, 10thWk 6 ARI, 4thWk 7 LV, 18th
- Heavy passing volume35.1 attempts per game, 4th of 41 QBs in 2025.
- Strong efficiency0.17 EPA per play, 6th of 41 QBs in 2025.
Risk
- Job securityStetson Bennett IV is next on the depth chart; a benching or injury hands him the job.
- Limited rushing0.1 rush yards per game, 41st of 41 QBs in 2025.
- Pressure and sacks23 sacks and a 18.5% pressure rate in 2025.
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Matthew Stafford Fantasy Outlook FAQ
What is Matthew Stafford's fantasy outlook for the rest of the 2026 season?
Matthew Stafford projects as a volume-driven QB2 with streaming weeks for the rest of the 2026 season: a weekly starter in superflex and 2QB leagues and a streamer in 1QB leagues. His passing volume (35.1 attempts per game, 4th of 41 QBs in 2025) supports that. His rushing (0.1 rush yards per game, 41st of 41 QBs in 2025) holds him back. See his live rank in Redraft Command.
What is Matthew Stafford's rest-of-season fantasy ranking?
Matthew Stafford is the QB13 in PPR points per game through Week 4. That puts him in QB2 territory, a streamer in 12-team 1QB leagues.
What is Matthew Stafford's projected role going forward?
Matthew Stafford is the listed starting QB, with Stetson Bennett IV next on the depth chart. Nothing on the chart threatens the job, so the role is his to lose on performance.
Will Matthew Stafford get more pass attempts?
Matthew Stafford's pass attempts are trending up: 43.0 a game over his last two games against 37.0 for the season. Game script drives much of that, and trailing teams throw more.
What is Matthew Stafford's fantasy football upside?
Matthew Stafford's upside: his ceiling this season is 28.0 PPR points (Week 2, QB6), his passing volume (35.1 attempts per game, 4th of 41 QBs in 2025) gives him a weekly floor to build on and the Eagles in Week 4 and the Bills in Week 5 are top-10 matchups for QBs.
What could hurt Matthew Stafford's fantasy value?
Matthew Stafford's risks: Stetson Bennett IV is next on the depth chart if he is benched or hurt and his rushing (0.1 rush yards per game, 41st of 41 QBs in 2025) limits his scoring. See his injury status and history.
How difficult is Matthew Stafford's remaining fantasy schedule?
Favorable: of his next seven games, 5 come against a top-10 matchup for QBs and 0 against one of the stingiest defenses, by PPR points allowed to the position.
Matthew Stafford Injury Update & History
Practice participation
Week 4 reports: Wed, Thu, FriStafford hasn't appeared on an injury report this season.
Injury History at a Glance
16 logged injuries in 18 seasons, including six hand injuries. His lost time is spread out: the most any one injury cost was 12 games.
Durability
24/100
Games missed
Injuries
Longest absence
AC joint sprain · 2010
Where He's Been Hurt
Marker size shows games missed. A dashed ring means he played through it.
| Body part | Injuries | Games missed |
|---|---|---|
| Shoulder | 2 | 16 |
| Back | 3 | 15 |
| Knee | 1 | 2 |
| Hand / thumb | 6 | 1 |
| Concussion | 2 | 1 |
| Elbow / arm | 1 | 0 |
| Hamstring | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 16 | 35 |
Injury risk profile: High
- Hand / thumb injuries in 2011, 2016, 2017, 2020, 2021 and 2023
- Last logged injury: 2024
- 35 games in 18 seasons, 12 of them in 2010
- 16 injuries spread across 7 body parts
Matthew Stafford Injury History
Every logged injury, most recent first. Games missed are regular-season games.
- 2026
Healthy 0 games missed
No injury has cost Stafford a game this season.
- 2024
Hamstring Tightness Played through
Experienced hamstring tightness during a joint practice in the preseason and was held out as a precaution.
- 2023
Concussion Evaluation Played through
Was evaluated for a concussion during the Wild Card playoff game against the Lions after taking a hard hit, but returned to the game.
- 2023
Thumb Sprain · Right 1 game
Sprained the UCL in his right thumb against the Cowboys, causing him to miss the following game.
- 2022
Spinal Cord Contusion 7 games
Suffered a spinal cord contusion that led to him being placed on injured reserve, ending his season.
- 2022
Concussion 1 game
Entered concussion protocol after a sack in the game against the Saints.
- 2022
Elbow Tendinitis · Right Played through
Managed tendinitis in his throwing elbow with an offseason injection and limited throwing during training camp.
- 2021
Thumb Surgery · Right Played through
Underwent offseason surgery to repair a partially torn UCL in his right thumb.
- 2020
Ribs/Thumb/Ankle Played through
Played through multiple injuries late in the season, including to his ribs, right thumb, and a high ankle sprain.
- 2019
Back Fractures 8 games
Suffered non-displaced fractures in his upper thoracic spine, ending his season after Week 9.
- 2018
Back Fractures Played through
Played through the end of the season with fractures in his back.
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- 2017
Hand Injury · Right Played through
Suffered a bruised and stepped-on throwing hand but did not miss any games.
- 2016
Dislocated Finger · Right Played through
Dislocated the middle finger on his throwing hand and played with a glove for the remainder of the season.
- 2011
Broken Finger · Right Played through
Suffered a fractured right index finger in the preseason but played through it for the entire regular season.
- 2010
AC Joint Sprain, surgery · Right 12 games
Injured his right (throwing) shoulder in the season opener against the Bears. Re-injured his right shoulder against the Jets, which led to season-ending surgery performed by Dr. James Andrews.
- 2009
Kneecap Dislocation, surgery · Right 2 games
Dislocated his right kneecap in a game against the 49ers, which ended his rookie season and required offseason surgery.
- 2009
Shoulder Separation · Left 4 games
Stafford suffered a separated left shoulder against the Browns but returned to throw a game-winning touchdown.
If Stafford Misses Time
Next man up: Stetson Bennett IV
Stetson Bennett IV is next on the Rams depth chart at quarterback. In superflex leagues he's worth a speculative bench spot for Stafford managers; in 1QB leagues he's a waiver add only if Stafford misses time.
Who else it affects
A quarterback change matters most for Davante Adams and Tyler Higbee, his two most-targeted pass catchers this season.
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Matthew Stafford Injury FAQ
Is Matthew Stafford injured?
No. As of October 2, 2026, Matthew Stafford is active with no injury designation. He has played every game in 2026.
Is Matthew Stafford playing this week?
Matthew Stafford has no injury designation for Week 4 at the Eagles on Sunday, October 4, so he is on track to play. Should you start him?
Has Matthew Stafford missed any games this season?
No. Matthew Stafford has played in every Rams game in 2026, 3 games so far.
What is Matthew Stafford's injury history?
Matthew Stafford has 16 logged NFL injuries, which have cost him 35 games in all: 12 for a right AC joint sprain in 2010, 8 for a back fractures in 2019, 7 for a spinal cord contusion in 2022, 4 for a left shoulder separation in 2009, 2 for a right kneecap dislocation in 2009, 1 for a right thumb sprain in 2023 and 1 for a concussion in 2022.
What was Matthew Stafford's most recent injury?
Matthew Stafford's most recent logged injury was a hamstring tightness injury in the 2024 preseason. He played through it and missed no regular-season games.
Does Matthew Stafford have any recurring injuries?
Yes: hand injuries in 2011, 2016, 2017, 2020, 2021 and 2023 (1 game missed), back injuries in 2018, 2019 and 2022 (15 games missed), concussion injuries in 2022 and 2023 (1 game missed) and shoulder injuries in 2009 and 2010 (16 games missed).
What was Matthew Stafford's worst injury?
Matthew Stafford's longest absence came from a right AC joint sprain in 2010, which cost him 12 games of the 35 he has missed in his career.
Latest Matthew Stafford News & Updates
Stafford delivers QB1 week at Denver
30-of-55, 390 YDS, 2 TD, 2 INT
2 CAR, 13 YDS
22.9 fantasy points · QB9
Stafford completed 30 of 55 passes for 390 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions in the 30–26 loss at Denver. Davante Adams led the team with 13 targets.
Season Timeline
Every update this season, grouped by week, newest first.
Week 2Sep 21W 28–6 vs NYG
Fantasy impact: Positive. Stafford delivers QB1 week vs. New York
28.0 fantasy points · QB6 · 9.3 above his 18.7 average
Stafford completed 22 of 31 passes for 327 yards with four touchdowns and one interception in the 28–6 win vs. New York. Davante Adams led the team with 10 targets.
Game logFantasy impact: Neutral. Vintage effort sans Nacua in win (opens in new tab)
Delivered a strong performance without Nacua to lead the team to victory.
Fantasy take: He played in Week 2: 28.0 PPR points, a QB6 finish.
Read full report (opens in new tab)Week 1Sep 10L 7–27 vs SF
Fantasy impact: Negative. Stafford struggles vs. San Francisco
5.1 fantasy points · QB32 · 13.6 below his 18.7 average
Stafford completed 15 of 25 passes for 155 yards with one interception in the 27–7 loss vs. San Francisco. Puka Nacua led the team with 9 targets.
Game log
No updates of this type yet this season.
Rams Teammates News
Updates on the players who catch Stafford's passes.
- Davante Adams: Reverting back to WR2 vs. Philadelphia (opens in new tab)Davante Adams, WR. 29 targets this season. Via Dynasty CommandNeutral
- Kyren Williams: Scores receiving TD on efficient night (opens in new tab)Kyren Williams, RB. 12 targets this season. Via Dynasty CommandNeutral
- Davante Adams: Stellar output as No. 1 receiver (opens in new tab)Davante Adams, WR. 29 targets this season. Via Dynasty CommandNeutral
- Davante Adams: No. 1 WR with Nacua inactive (opens in new tab)Davante Adams, WR. 29 targets this season. Via Dynasty CommandNeutral
- Davante Adams: Held in check in Week 1 loss (opens in new tab)Davante Adams, WR. 29 targets this season. Via Dynasty CommandNeutral
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Matthew Stafford News FAQ
What is the latest news on Matthew Stafford?
The latest Stafford update, from September 28: Stafford delivers QB1 week at Denver. Stafford completed 30 of 55 passes for 390 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions in the 30–26 loss at Denver. Davante Adams led the team with 13 targets.
How does the latest Matthew Stafford news affect his fantasy value?
Positively: he scored 22.9 fantasy points, a QB9 finish, 4.2 above his 18.7 average. See the updated fantasy outlook.
Matthew Stafford Bio
Matthew Stafford is a quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams, where he wears No. 9. Born February 7, 1988, in Q49255, FL, he attended Highland Park and played college football at Georgia.
The Detroit Lions selected Stafford in round 1, pick 1, of the 2009 NFL Draft. He was traded to the Los Angeles Rams on March 18, 2021. Since then, Stafford joined the Los Angeles Rams in 2021.
In 244 regular-season games since 2009, he has thrown for 65,879 yards and 433 touchdowns.
Career Timeline
2 stops with 2 teams in 18 seasons. Each block's width is the time he spent there.
What happened at each stop
Most recent first.
Los Angeles Rams Current team2021–present
Acquired in a trade with the Detroit Lions on March 18, 2021. He was the starter, with 77 starts in 77 games. Member of the Super Bowl LVI champion Rams.
Detroit Lions2009–2020
Selected in round 1, pick 1, of the 2009 NFL Draft. He was the starter, with 165 starts in 167 games.
College: Georgia
Transactions
- ContractSigned a one-year, $55 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Rams.
- ContractAgreed to a restructured contract to stay with the Rams.
- Placed on IRPlaced on injured reserve by the Los Angeles Rams.
- ContractAgreed to a four-year, $160 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Rams.
- TradedTraded by the Detroit Lions to the Los Angeles Rams for QB Jared Goff, SAF Ifeatu Melifonwu, a 2022 first-round pick and a 2023 first-round pick.
- Placed on IRPlaced on injured reserve by the Detroit Lions.
- ContractAgreed to a five-year, $135 million contract extension with the Detroit Lions.
- ContractSigned a three-year, $53 million contract extension with the Detroit Lions.
- DraftedSelected by the Detroit Lions in round 1, pick 1.
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About Matthew Stafford: Bio FAQ
How old is Matthew Stafford?
Matthew Stafford is 38 years old. He was born on February 7, 1988. 2026 is his 18th NFL season.
How tall is Matthew Stafford?
Matthew Stafford is 6 feet 3 inches tall (6'3"), listed at 214 pounds, and plays quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams.
How much does Matthew Stafford weigh?
Matthew Stafford weighs 214 pounds, his listed weight on the Los Angeles Rams roster. He is listed at 6'3".
What number does Matthew Stafford wear?
Matthew Stafford wears number 9 for the Los Angeles Rams. He plays quarterback.
What position does Matthew Stafford play?
Matthew Stafford plays quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams, wearing number 9. 2026 is his 18th season in the NFL.
What team does Matthew Stafford play for?
Matthew Stafford plays for the Los Angeles Rams as a quarterback. He has been with the Rams since 2021.
Where did Matthew Stafford go to college?
Matthew Stafford played college football at Georgia, after attending Highland Park (TX). The Detroit Lions drafted him out of Georgia in 2009.
When was Matthew Stafford drafted?
The Detroit Lions selected Matthew Stafford in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft with the 1st overall pick, out of Georgia.
What round was Matthew Stafford drafted in?
Matthew Stafford was a first-round pick in the 2009 NFL Draft, taken 1st overall by the Detroit Lions.
What pick was Matthew Stafford in the NFL Draft?
Matthew Stafford was the 1st overall pick of the 2009 NFL Draft, selected by the Detroit Lions in the first round.
Where is Matthew Stafford from?
Matthew Stafford went to high school in Texas, at Highland Park, before playing college football at Georgia.
When is Matthew Stafford's birthday?
Matthew Stafford's birthday is February 7. He was born on February 7, 1988 and is 38 years old.
How long has Matthew Stafford been in the NFL?
2026 is Matthew Stafford's 18th NFL season; he entered the league in 2009 as a first-round pick of the Detroit Lions. View his career statistics.
What teams has Matthew Stafford played for?
Matthew Stafford has played for the Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Rams. View his career statistics.
Has Matthew Stafford won a Super Bowl?
Yes. Matthew Stafford was a member of the Los Angeles Rams team that won Super Bowl LVI after the 2021 season.