CHARLOTTE, N.C. — There’s a reason Matthew Stafford is the favorite to win his first NFL most valuable player award. The Rams quarterback, a 17-year pro, produced his finest statistical season, leading the NFL in passing yards and touchdown passes. Stafford completed 24 of 42 passes for 304 yards and tossed touchdown passes to Puka Nacua, Kyren Williams and Parkinson. On Saturday, Stafford completed his first seven passes but thereafter struggled, especially after hurting his throwing hand. Trevor Etienne of the Panthers muffed the catch and Rams linebacker Troy Reeder recovered the ball for the Rams.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 11, 2026 02:10 UTC