Stafford Undecided on 2026 Return; McVay 'Hopeful' for 18th Season

Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford is currently undecided about returning for the 2026 NFL season, with head coach Sean McVay expressing hope for his 18th year but no set timetable for a decision. The 38-year-old, despite an aggravated back disk that won't require offseason surgery, had an MVP-caliber 2025, throwing for 4,707 yards, a career-high 46 TDs, and 8 INTs in 17 games. A return seems likely following the Rams' NFC Championship run.