Matthew Stafford wants $50 million to play in 2025 as Rams trade looms: report

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Matthew Stafford, the Los Angeles Rams quarterback who could be on the trade block this NFL offseason, reportedly wants to be paid more heading into his 17th season. 

During "Good Morning Football" on Monday morning, NFL Network’s Peter Schrager reported that the Rams and Stafford have a "fine relationship." 

However, he wants to be paid more – among the top quarterbacks in the league to be exact. 

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Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill/File)

"This is nothing between them personally," Schrager said about Stafford and the Rams. "This is a money issue. Matthew Stafford wants to be paid what he thinks he’s worth. He wants to be paid more than $50 million."

The Rams did give Stafford permission to discuss a contract with other teams this offseason despite being under contract for another two seasons before he’s set for free agency. 

According to Sports Illustrated, quarterback-needy teams like the New York Giants, Cleveland Browns, Las Vegas Raiders and Pittsburgh Steelers have contacted Stafford. 

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Schrager adds that teams are willing to pay Stafford more than the Rams are willing to offer him. 

For the 2025 season, Stafford carries a $49.67 million cap hit, per Spotrac, and it goes up to $53.67 million in 2026. 

The Giants are an intriguing team in terms of trading for Stafford because they own the No. 3 overall pick in this year’s NFL