Matthew Stafford
Mentioned in 100 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Matthew Stafford Los Angeles Rams quarterback who won the 2025 NFL MVP award over Drake Maye by a single vote, leading widespread discussion across sports podcasts about his exceptional season and MVP voting. Frequently analyzed for his performance in high-pressure playoff situations, including recent victories against the elite Seattle defense, and his ability to deliver MVP-caliber play despite managing back issues. Podcasters discuss his contract value ($40M annually), experience advantage, and role as a key factor in the Rams' Super Bowl contention.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers · Apr 7, 2026
PACKERS SQUAD SHOW: Are the Packers REALLY Super Bowl Contenders? | Blockbuster Trade Debate
“Discussed as healthy quarterback leading tier-one NFC contender with strong playoff odds”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Apr 3, 2026
Kirk Cousins signs with Raiders (4/3 Hour 1)
“Highest career earner in NFL history at $408M; context for Cousins' $321M career earnings ranking”
First Things First · Mar 10, 2026
Ravens ’S.B.o.B’, Geno Smith traded to Jets, Ken Rosenthal joins, Top 10 Free Agency Edition
“Rams aging QB in all-in contender situation with tough schedule and limited draft capital”
First Things First · Mar 4, 2026
Chiefs trade Trent McDuffie to Rams, Patriots release Stefon Diggs, Nick’s Tiers, Kyler a Viking?
“Rams QB discussed regarding limited prime window justifying aggressive trade moves for Kyler Murray speculation”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 3, 2026
Deebo & Joe - Part 2: Floyd Mayweather Jr. RETURNS, FASTEST NFL Combine Ever
“Quarterback discussed in context of Joe's interceptions against his receivers”
Nightcap · Mar 3, 2026
Deebo & Joe - Part 2: Floyd Mayweather Jr. RETURNS, FASTEST NFL Combine Ever
“NFL quarterback mentioned in context of Joe Thomas's interception record against Detroit Lions”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Feb 27, 2026
Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza, Ohio State WR Carnell Tate, Alabama QB Ty Simpson, and more join the show from Indy (2/27 Hour 2)
“LA Rams QB, referenced by both Ty Simpson and Garrett Nussmeier as game model”
First Things First · Feb 26, 2026
Spurs on 10-game winning streak, Jaylinn Hawkins joins the show, BUD List, Bills S.B.o.B?
“Rams QB and MVP winner; over-under set at 10.5 wins for 2025 season”
Club Shay Shay · Feb 25, 2026
Best of NFL News Part 1: STUNNED the Cowboys put Pickens on LAYAWAY for Javonte Williams, JSN wanting more CASH than Ja'Marr Chase! But is he BETTER?
“Los Angeles Rams QB ranked #20 all-time; discussed as having 2-3 more great years ahead”
Felger & Massarotti · Feb 24, 2026
Marcelo Mayer and the Red Sox Opening Day Lineup // Email of the Day // The Final Word - 2/24 (Hour 4)
“Detroit Lions QB who won MVP award over Drake Maye by one vote; subject of Chris Sims' post-Super Bowl analysis”
Felger & Massarotti · Feb 24, 2026
Drake Maye and the 2025 NFL MVP Discussion // Eliot Wolf Meets the Media at NFL Combine // Drake Maye’s Shoulder Injury Recovery - 2/24 (Hour 3)
“Los Angeles Rams quarterback who won NFL MVP award over Maye by one vote, subject of extensive voting analysis”
3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Feb 24, 2026
Massive Mailbag
“Los Angeles Rams quarterback earning $40M annually while delivering MVP-caliber value”
Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers · Feb 23, 2026
HEAD OF THE PACK: Jordan Love is THE young quarterback to build around in the NFC
“Los Angeles Rams quarterback; age 38, discussed as declining asset in NFC quarterback landscape”
Pivot Podcast · Feb 20, 2026
Bryce Young Carolina Panthers Quarterback reflects on playoff run, finally hitting his stride, opens up on the one night that changed his mindset, pressures of being the No. 1 NFL pick , bond with CJ Stroud and why he will never eat raccoon.
“LA Rams QB whom Young faced in playoff game; Young expressed respect for his game”
Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler · Feb 17, 2026
Tank Time in Miami? Trade Puka? Who Understands Curling?
“Rams QB whose future status critical to Puka Nakua extension decision and team's quarterback transition”
DOUBL3 COVERAGE PODCAST · Feb 14, 2026
DeSean Jackson on Hurts & AJ Brown, Chip Kelly Fallout & Why the New Kickoff Rules Suck
“Los Angeles Rams quarterback; discussed as underrated talent who deserved more credit during Detroit years”
Pivot Podcast · Feb 13, 2026
Nick Emmanwori Super Bowl Champion reveals the secret MOB behind Seattle's Dark side defense, opens up on his pregame injury, Sam Darnold swag, Mike Macdonald's insane X&O's schemes, his mother going viral and why he trusts Seahawks will run it back.
“Los Angeles Rams quarterback; described as legitimate veteran QB; mentioned as threat for next season”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 12, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 2 - QBs that overcame adversity, the drama between Jonathan Kuminga and the Warriors, Trent Dilfer
“Los Angeles Rams QB; discussed as MVP candidate; successfully handled elite Seattle defense”
Stugotz and Company · Feb 12, 2026
Encore: GBF- Bad Bunny's Dressing Room (w/ Simms)
“Los Angeles Rams quarterback discussed in MVP voting comparison with Drake May”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 11, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 3 - Drew Brees joins The Herd
“Los Angeles Rams quarterback compared favorably to Drake May for superior pre-snap reads and experience”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 11, 2026
Hour 2 - The NBA's Tanking Problem, Jason Garrett
“Los Angeles Rams quarterback cited as example of elite quarterback justifying premium contract value”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 11, 2026
The Best of The Dan Patrick Show
“Rams quarterback example of elite player justifying $55M+ contract through Super Bowl performance”
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz · Feb 11, 2026
The Big Suey: The Backslide (feat. Nick Wright)
“LA Rams QB referenced for no-look Super Bowl pass and comparison to Drake Maye's performance”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 11, 2026
What's Wright - Super Bowl REACTION: Seahawks DOMINATE Patriots, Darnold’s REDEMPTION, Maye OVERRATED? | Nick Wright NFL
“Rams QB who won 2024 NFL MVP award; Wright argues he's now a Hall of Famer and deserved the award over Drake May”
The Mike Francesa Podcast · Feb 10, 2026
Francesa Mailbag: Giants Schedule, Aaron Judge and the WBC
“Los Angeles Rams quarterback returning; Rams identified as Super Bowl favorites with him”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 10, 2026
C&R - Maye Day, City Poo, the Luge
“Super Bowl LVIII MVP winner, quarterback who led Seahawks to championship victory”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 10, 2026
Richard Sherman Podcast - Seahawks-Patriots Reaction: Darnold Silences Critics, Seattle Defense Wins Super Bowl LX | Sherman
“2024 MVP winner with 46 TDs, 8 INTs; discussed as clear statistical choice over Drake May”
The Bobby Bones Show · Feb 9, 2026
25W: Eddie's Issue with His Kids Basketball Practice on Super Bowl Sunday + Bo Jackson Tells the Story of the Time He Ran a 4.1 40-yard Dash + It Was a Rough Week to be a Patriots Fan
“Rams quarterback and MVP winner, praised for leadership and fatherhood by Quentin Lake”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 9, 2026
Hour 3 – Drake Maye Had No Answers, Recollections from the Road Trip
“Mentioned as having more resources/talent than Drake Maye in MVP voting comparison”
The McShay Show · Feb 9, 2026
Mock Draft 2.0: Mendoza Trade Offers, Reese’s NFL Comp, and More Round 1 Takeaways
“Rams QB confirmed returning for 2025 season, enabling red-shirt QB development strategy”
The Joel Klatt Show: A College Football Podcast · Feb 9, 2026
Joel Klatt’s 2026 NFL Mock Draft 1.0
“Los Angeles Rams QB requiring offensive line protection from prospects like Vanya Yoenia”
The Ringer NFL Show · Feb 9, 2026
Seahawks Deserving. Patriots Fraudulent? And More Super Bowl LX Takeaways!
“Rams quarterback; mentioned in context of McVeigh's near-miss Super Bowl opportunities”
The Bill Simmons Podcast · Feb 9, 2026
Seattle Spanks the Patriots, Drake Maye’s Mystery Stinker, and Parent Corner With Cousin Sal
“Rams quarterback whose performance against Seattle two weeks prior demonstrated team's offensive capability”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 7, 2026
The Best of The Week on The Dan Patrick Show
“Mentioned as oldest first-time MVP winner in NFL history”
The Bobby Bones Show · Feb 7, 2026
Lots to Say: Radio Row Day 1- Vince Wilfork, Justin Reid & NFL Honors Recap
“Won NFL MVP award with 36 first-place votes, discussed as league MVP”
The Ringer NFL Show · Feb 6, 2026
Super Bowl Preview and Picks From Radio Row!
“Rams quarterback predicted to return and lead team to Super Bowl 61 matchup”
The Domonique Foxworth Show · Feb 6, 2026
Super Bowl Preview Live From San Francisco with Marcus Spears, Mina Kimes & Kevin Clark
“Rams quarterback referenced for Super Bowl success and handling Seahawks defense”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Feb 6, 2026
Super Bowl LX Preview
“Rams QB; comparison for downfield throwing ability and shot selection vs Drake May”
Throwbacks with Matt Leinart & Jerry Ferrara · Feb 5, 2026
Charissa Thompson on Super Bowl LX, “Calm Down” with Erin Andrews and Stalking Matt at USC
“NFL quarterback; credited with introducing Charissa Thompson to her current boyfriend”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Feb 5, 2026
From XLIX to LX: How the league has changed since the last Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl
“2014 young QB prospect; won Super Bowl in 2021; represents pocket-passer relic in mobile QB era”
The Ringer NFL Show · Feb 4, 2026
Super Bowl LX Takes With Mina Kimes!
“Rams quarterback whose possession management was discussed in NFC Championship game analysis”
The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny · Feb 4, 2026
The Pats’ Battle with Seattle: A Super Bowl Preview!
“Los Angeles Rams QB; referenced for explosive play success against Seattle defense in recent playoff game”
New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce · Feb 4, 2026
Julian Edelman & Cooper Kupp on Super Bowl 60, NFL Beauty Pageants, and Burger Flipping OCs | EP 178
“Los Angeles Rams quarterback; discussed regarding experience advantage and film study capabilities”
The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny · Jan 29, 2026
Maye Day Maye Day? MVP and Every NFL Award
“Los Angeles Rams QB; MVP frontrunner with strong case based on team context, run game efficiency, and clutch performances”
The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny · Jan 27, 2026
The Brady Bunch? Bills Hire a New HC, and Recapping the Seahawks and Patriots Wins
“Rams quarterback who delivered elite performance against Seahawks despite loss, showcasing exceptional accuracy under pressure”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Jan 27, 2026
What's next for the Rams and Broncos after falling just short of the Super Bowl?
“LA Rams QB; retirement decision is the primary variable determining team's 2026 direction and cap flexibility”
PTI · Jan 27, 2026
This Patriots defense is historically DOMINANT!
“Rams quarterback who drove team down field late in NFC Championship but ultimately came up empty in critical moments.”
TBTL: Too Beautiful To Live · Jan 26, 2026
#4649 Mixed Emotions In Miami
“Rams QB whose strong performance kept game competitive despite special teams failures”
The Ryen Russillo Show · Jan 26, 2026
Seahawks–Patriots Super Bowl, Brady–Maye Comps & Darnold’s Redemption w/ Fred Warner
“Rams quarterback whose fourth-quarter performance and third-down struggles are discussed”
Purple Daily - A Minnesota Vikings Podcast · Jan 26, 2026
Former Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold is Super Bowl bound
“Rams QB; compared to Darnold's performance in playoff games”