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Almost three years ago, a blockbuster trade sent shockwaves throughout the NFL world. Now, it is being regarded as one of the most perfect trades, a Super Bowl-worthy trade! The trade of Matthew Stafford [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/matthew-stafford/] and Jared Goff by the Los Angeles Rams [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nfl/los-angeles-rams-nfl/] and the Detroit Lions [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nfl/detroit-lions/] proved fruitful for all the parties involved. The Rams received one of the most consistent quarterbacks in the game. And the Lions received a younger QB with a ton of potential along with several picks in the NFL Draft over three years. Here’s a breakdown of how both teams succeeded in their own right. A SUPER BOWL VICTORY FOR THE RAMS Under the leadership & control of Goff, the Rams advanced to the Super Bowl in the 2018-19 season. However, they suffered a loss at the hands of the New England Patriots [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/new-england-patriots/]. The 13-3 loss haunted the Rams, and they knew things needed to be changed. After the trade, in 2021, the Rams once again went to the Super Bowl. The Rams win the Super Bowl [https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/02/rams_win_donald.jpg?quality=75&strip=all] This time, they faced off against the Cincinnati Bengals [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nfl/cincinnati-bengals/] and came out victorious. Though the Rams had given away several picks for the draft, they did achieve the desired result. READ MORE: “Patrick Mahomes Is the Best Living…Playing or Retired” – Ryan Clark Indulges Barber Shop Talk, Reaffirms Patrick Mahomes’ GOAT Status [https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-patrick-mahomes-is-the-best-living-playing-or-retired-ryan-clark-indulges-barber-shop-talk-reaffirms-patrick-mahomes-goat-status/] Even though, the Rams have failed to achieve that success in the next two seasons. But the second Super Bowl win in the franchise’s history is worth that to the Rams. On the other hand, the Lions got a lot. THE LIONS AT THEIR VERY BEST The trade gave the Lions along with QB Goff a couple of 1st round picks, two more 2nd round picks, & a couple of 3rd round picks over three years. They utilized these picks to restructure their entire unit. And the final result gave them something they had never had in their long history. Detroit Lions [https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/WhatsApp-Image-2024-01-15-at-09.42.23.jpeg]Jan 14, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery (5) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during the first half of a 2024 NFC wild-card game against the Los Angeles Rams at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-USA TODAY Sports In the Super Bowl era, the Lions had never played for conference championships. They had never won two back-to-back playoff games in 38 years. The Lions achieved mind-boggling success this season. And they look even stronger for the upcoming seasons. Do you think the trade helped out both teams? Or did it favor one team more? Watch this Story: Tom Brady’s Successor Finds an 8-Worded Reality Check As Bucs QB Baker Mayfield Finally Set To Prove if He Is Worth Legends Shoes [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/nfl-news-tom-bradys-successor-finds-an-8-worded-reality-check-as-bucs-qb-baker-mayfield-finally-set-to-prove-if-he-is-worth-legends-shoes/] 

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Detroit Lions 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">The club was originally founded in Portsmouth, Ohio, and enlisted in the NFL in 1930 going by the Portsmouth Spartans banner. 4 years later, in 1934, the team relocated to Detroit citing financial struggles. Furthermore, the franchise was renamed to the Lions with reference to the city’s MLB counterpart franchise going by the Tigers.</p>
<img class="aligncenter wp-image-483977 size-full" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/lyon.jpg" alt="" width="1080" height="991" />
<p style="text-align: center">The very next year, they enjoyed tremendous success as they went on to win 4 championship games between 1935 to 1957. However, their success hasn’t seen the same peak since then, as they have only won a single playoff game in 1992.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">Additionally, they are the oldest NFL franchise to never appear in the Super Bowl. They also go down as the only team from the NFC to not appear for the same. This has long since been a talking point surrounding the franchise, considering their tenure in the league.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center">Heading through to Week 14 of the 2020 season, the Detroit Lions have accrued a record of 5-8 and are placed 4th in the NFC North. However, this is an improvement from their previous season record that topped out at 3-12-1. Moreover, the principal owner Martha Firestone Ford stepped down and passed on the ownership to her daughter Sheila Ford Hamp on June 23rd, 2020.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Logo</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">The classic blue prancing Lion logo was brought into the fold from the 1961 season but wouldn’t be made the primary logo till 1970. The logo has seen minor reiterations, chiefly stemming from a stylistic change to the outline. The Honolulu blue outline was swapped for a black outline after 2002, and it ran until 2008.</p>
<img class="aligncenter wp-image-483982 size-full" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/def.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" />
<p style="text-align: center">The present logo of the Detroit Lions has been active since February 1st, 2017, and underwent a minor tweak from the previous design that ran from 2009 to 2016. Chiefly, the difference was the change in the color of the outline, which went from black to metallic silver.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Detroit Lions Owner Achievements</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">Sheila Ford Hamp is a descendant of both Ford and Firestone family fortunes, and she became the principal owner in June 2020 when her mother Martha Firestone Ford stepped down. Prior to her role as the principal owner and chairperson, Sheila Hamp served as the vice chairperson of the Detroit Lions since 2014.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center">Additionally, she serves on the NFL’s Super Bowl and Major Events committee alongside many key figures in the league. Following a 4-7 start to the 2020 season under her ownership, Sheila would fire General Manager Bob Quinn and Head Coach Matt Patricia.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Detroit Lions 2022 Sponsors</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">A marquee sponsor out of Detroit came in the form of Quick Lane Tire and auto center, which provides routine service and up-keep maintenance for its customers. Additionally, they have had successful tie-ups with Quicken Loans as well as Windsor Family Credit Union. Additionally, the Detroit Lions have also partnered up with Coppercraft Distillery and they offered branded products at 6 bar locations within the parameters of Ford Field.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">BetMGM has also joined up with the Lions and will be the first official sports betting partner for the franchise. Not to mention, the Detroit Lions have a partnership with Humanetics who serve as the presenting sponsor for the club. Events are put together to recognize and honor active duty and former service members.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Detroit Lions 2022 Roster Foundation</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="301">Quarterbacks</td>
<td width="301">#10 David Blough

#12 Tim Boyle

#16 Jared Goff</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Running Backs</td>
<td width="301">#35 Godwin Igwebuike

#42 Justin Jackson

#28 Jermar Jefferson

#46 Craig Reynolds

#32 D'Andre Swift

#30 Jamaal Williams</td>
</tr>
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<td width="301">Wide Receivers</td>
<td width="301">#15 Maurice Alexander

#17 Trinity Benson

#87 Quintez Cephus

#4 DJ Chark

#85 Tom Kennedy

#83 Kalil Pimpleton

#11 Kalif Raymond

#8 Josh Reynolds

#14 Amon-Ra St. Brown</td>
</tr>
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<td width="301">Tight Ends</td>
<td width="301">#48 Derrick Deese Jr.

#13 Devin Funchess

#88 T.J. Hockenson

#82 James Mitchell

#89 Brock Wright

#84 Shane Zylstra</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Offensive Linemen</td>
<td width="301">#63 Evan Brown

#77 Frank Ragnow

#73 Jonah Jackson

#75 Kevin Jarvis

#78 Tommy Kraemer

#71 Logan Stenberg

#72 Halapoulivaati Vaitai

#76 Kendall Lamm

#68 Taylor Decker

#65 Obinna Eze

#67 Matt Nelson

#66 Darrin Paulo

#58 Penei Sewell

#70 Dan Skipper</td>
</tr>
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<td width="301">Defensive Linemen</td>
<td width="301">#94 Eric Banks

#90 Michael Brockers

#2 Austin Bryant

#98 Isaiah Buggs

#79 John Cominsky

#96 Jashon Cornell

#53 Charles Harris

#92 Bruce Hector

#97 Aidan Hutchinson

#54 Alim McNeill

#91 Levi Onwuzurike

#62 Demetrius Taylor</td>
</tr>
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<td width="301">Linebackers</td>
<td width="301">#34 Alex Anzalone

#55 Derrick Barnes

#49 Chris Board

#40 Jarrad Davis

#59 James Houston

#99 Julian Okwara

#57 Anthony Pittman

#44 Malcolm Rodriguez

#51 Josh Woods</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Defensive Backs</td>
<td width="301">#35 Cedric Boswell

#29 Mark Gilbert

#25 Will Harris

#23 Mike Hughes

#36 Chase Lucas

#1 Jeff Okudah

#24 Amani Oruwariye

#41 AJ Parker

#27 Bobby Price

#19 Saivion Smith

#5 DeShon Elliott

#33 JuJu Hughes

#31 Kerby Joseph

#26 Ifeatu Melifonwu

#38 C.J. Moore

#21 Tracy Walker III</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Special Teams</td>
<td width="301">#6 Riley Patterson

#19 Austin Seibert

#47 Scott Daly

#3 Jack Fox</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">2022 Charity</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">Throughout the year, the Detroit Lions work to raise awareness and funding for local non-profit organizations that prioritize the critical needs of the community. There is a significant emphasis that is placed on youth development, access, and opportunity to initiatives in Detroit. $1.6 million in contributions were made to non-profit organizations in 2019.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">Moreover, almost 60 players participated in community programs that were held in 2019 and 1325 community guests were hosted at the training camp. Not to mention, the youth initiatives saw a positive turnout with 1817 youth participating in summer football camps that were organized last year alone.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">History and Achievements</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="301">Founded</td>
<td width="301">1930</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Owner</td>
<td width="301">Sheila Ford Hamp</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">CEO</td>
<td width="301">Rod Wood</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Head Coach</td>
<td width="301">Dan Campbell</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">General Manager</td>
<td width="301">Brad Holmes</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Stadium</td>
<td width="301">Ford Field</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Location</td>
<td width="301">Detroit, Michigan</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Sponsors</td>
<td width="301">Quick Lane, BetMGM, Humanetics, Coppercraft Distillery, Quicken Loans</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Championships</td>
<td width="301">League championships (4)

NFL Championships (pre AFL-NFL merger)- 4

1935, 1952, 1953, 1957

Conference championships (4)

NFL National: 1952

NFL Western: 1953, 1954, 1957

Division championships (4)

NFL Western: 1935

NFC Central: 1983, 1991, 1993</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Official Website</td>
<td width="301">Detroit Lions- <a href="https://www.detroitlions.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.detroitlions.com</a></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Detroit Lions

Detroit Lions 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report The club was originally founded in Portsmouth, Ohio, and enlisted in the NFL in 1930 going by the Portsmouth Spartans banner. 4 years later, in 1934, the team relocated to Detroit citing financial struggles. Furthermore, the franchise was renamed to the Lions with reference to the city’s MLB counterpart franchise going by the Tigers. The very next year, they enjoyed tremendous success as they went on to win 4 championship games between 1935 to 1957. However, their success hasn’t seen the same peak since then, as they have only won a single playoff game in 1992. Additionally, they are the oldest NFL franchise to never appear in the Super Bowl. They also go down as the only team from the NFC to not appear for the same. This has long since been a talking point surrounding the franchise, considering their tenure in the league. Heading through to Week 14 of the 2020 season, the Detroit Lions have accrued a record of 5-8 and are placed 4th in the NFC North. However, this is an improvement from their previous season record that topped out at 3-12-1. Moreover, the principal owner Martha Firestone Ford stepped down and passed on the ownership to her daughter Sheila Ford Hamp on June 23rd, 2020. Logo The classic blue prancing Lion logo was brought into the fold from the 1961 season but wouldn’t be made the primary logo till 1970. The logo has seen minor reiterations, chiefly stemming from a stylistic change to the outline. The Honolulu blue outline was swapped for a black outline after 2002, and it ran until 2008. The present logo of the Detroit Lions has been active since February 1st, 2017, and underwent a minor tweak from the previous design that ran from 2009 to 2016. Chiefly, the difference was the change in the color of the outline, which went from black to metallic silver. Detroit Lions Owner Achievements Sheila Ford Hamp is a descendant of both Ford and Firestone family fortunes, and she became the principal owner in June 2020 when her mother Martha Firestone Ford stepped down. Prior to her role as the principal owner and chairperson, Sheila Hamp served as the vice chairperson of the Detroit Lions since 2014. Additionally, she serves on the NFL’s Super Bowl and Major Events committee alongside many key figures in the league. Following a 4-7 start to the 2020 season under her ownership, Sheila would fire General Manager Bob Quinn and Head Coach Matt Patricia. Detroit Lions 2022 Sponsors A marquee sponsor out of Detroit came in the form of Quick Lane Tire and auto center, which provides routine service and up-keep maintenance for its customers. Additionally, they have had successful tie-ups with Quicken Loans as well as Windsor Family Credit Union. Additionally, the Detroit Lions have also partnered up with Coppercraft Distillery and they offered branded products at 6 bar locations within the parameters of Ford Field. BetMGM has also joined up with the Lions and will be the first official sports betting partner for the franchise. Not to mention, the Detroit Lions have a partnership with Humanetics who serve as the presenting sponsor for the club. Events are put together to recognize and honor active duty and former service members. Detroit Lions 2022 Roster Foundation  Quarterbacks #10 David Blough #12 Tim Boyle #16 Jared Goff  Running Backs #35 Godwin Igwebuike #42 Justin Jackson #28 Jermar Jefferson #46 Craig Reynolds #32 D&#8217;Andre Swift #30 Jamaal Williams  Wide Receivers #15 Maurice Alexander #17 Trinity Benson #87 Quintez Cephus #4 DJ Chark #85 Tom Kennedy #83 Kalil Pimpleton #11 Kalif Raymond #8 Josh Reynolds #14 Amon-Ra St. Brown  Tight Ends #48 Derrick Deese Jr. #13 Devin Funchess #88 T.J. Hockenson #82 James Mitchell #89 Brock Wright #84 Shane Zylstra  Offensive Linemen #63 Evan Brown #77 Frank Ragnow #73 Jonah Jackson #75 Kevin Jarvis #78 Tommy Kraemer #71 Logan Stenberg #72 Halapoulivaati Vaitai #76 Kendall Lamm #68 Taylor Decker #65 Obinna Eze #67 Matt Nelson #66 Darrin Paulo #58 Penei Sewell #70 Dan Skipper  Defensive Linemen #94 Eric Banks #90 Michael Brockers #2 Austin Bryant #98 Isaiah Buggs #79 John Cominsky #96 Jashon Cornell #53 Charles Harris #92 Bruce Hector #97 Aidan Hutchinson #54 Alim McNeill #91 Levi Onwuzurike #62 Demetrius Taylor  Linebackers #34 Alex Anzalone #55 Derrick Barnes #49 Chris Board #40 Jarrad Davis #59 James Houston #99 Julian Okwara #57 Anthony Pittman #44 Malcolm Rodriguez #51 Josh Woods  Defensive Backs #35 Cedric Boswell #29 Mark Gilbert #25 Will Harris #23 Mike Hughes #36 Chase Lucas #1 Jeff Okudah #24 Amani Oruwariye #41 AJ Parker #27 Bobby Price #19 Saivion Smith #5 DeShon Elliott #33 JuJu Hughes #31 Kerby Joseph #26 Ifeatu Melifonwu #38 C.J. Moore #21 Tracy Walker III  Special Teams #6 Riley Patterson #19 Austin Seibert #47 Scott Daly #3 Jack Fox  2022 Charity Throughout the year, the Detroit Lions work to raise awareness and funding for local non-profit organizations that prioritize the critical needs of the community. There is a significant emphasis that is placed on youth development, access, and opportunity to initiatives in Detroit. $1.6 million in contributions were made to non-profit organizations in 2019. Moreover, almost 60 players participated in community programs that were held in 2019 and 1325 community guests were hosted at the training camp. Not to mention, the youth initiatives saw a positive turnout with 1817 youth participating in summer football camps that were organized last year alone. History and Achievements  Founded 1930  Owner Sheila Ford Hamp  CEO Rod Wood  Head Coach Dan Campbell  General Manager Brad Holmes  Stadium Ford Field  Location Detroit, Michigan  Sponsors Quick Lane, BetMGM, Humanetics, Coppercraft Distillery, Quicken Loans  Championships League championships (4) NFL Championships (pre AFL-NFL merger)- 4 1935, 1952, 1953, 1957 Conference championships (4) NFL National: 1952 NFL Western: 1953, 1954, 1957 Division championships (4) NFL Western: 1935 NFC Central: 1983, 1991, 1993  Official Website Detroit Lions- www.detroitlions.com

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Matthew Stafford 2022: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">John Matthew Stafford, popularly known as simply Matthew Stafford is an NFL quarterback who plays for the Los Angeles Rams. After making the First Team All-American with the University of Georgia, Stafford was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the <a href="https://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/2009/draft.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2009 NFL Draft</a> as a first overall pick.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">After spending 12 unfruitful seasons with the Detroit Lions, the star quarterback was traded to the Los Angeles Rams on March 18, 2021, in exchange for Jared Goff a 2021 third-round pick, and two first-round picks in 2022 and 2023. The Georgia alumnus went on to win his first Super Bowl in his very first season with the Rams.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Matthew Stafford Net Worth 2022</b></h2>
<p style="text-align: center">According to <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nfl/matthew-stafford-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Celebrity Net Worth</a>, Matthew Stafford is estimated to be worth $80 million as of 2022. The 2009 first overall pick once was the highest paid player in the NFL in 2017, with a massive five-year contract worth $135 million with the Detroit Lions.</p>


[caption id="attachment_1049181" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1049181 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/17591942.jpeg.jpg" alt="Matthew Stafford and Kelly Stafford" width="1920" height="1367" /> Jan 30, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) with wife Kelly Hall after defeating the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship Game at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports| Credit: Reuters[/caption]
<p style="text-align: center">After winning his first-ever Super Bowl in his first season in Los Angeles, Stafford signed a <a href="https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1505277366783905798?s=20&amp;t=BNBWVsSovAPxZhJaWACUNg" target="_blank" rel="noopener">four-year extension</a> worth $160 million, with $135 million guaranteed with the Rams on 19th March 2022. As per the deal, Stafford is now one of six QBs with an average annual salary of at least $40 million, alongside Dak Prescott, Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes, Deshaun Watson, and Aaron Rodgers.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Matthew Stafford Stats</b></h2>
<p style="text-align: center">According to <a href="https://www.nfl.com/players/matthew-stafford/stats/career" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NFL.com</a>, Stafford has played 182 regular-season games in 12 seasons with Detroit Lions and one with Los Angeles Rams. He had made a whopping 6,825 passing attempts. The quarterback has completed 4,302 passes for a 63% completion percentage. He has passed for a humongous 49,995 yards and 323 touchdowns throughout his 13-season career.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">As per <a href="https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/S/StafMa00.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pro-Football-Reference</a>, Matthew Stafford has featured in 7 playoff games in his career so far. He has successfully completed 172 passes in 257 attempts during the offseason throwing for 2,096 yards and 13 touchdowns. Stafford had never won a playoff game during his tenure with the Lions but won the Super Bowl in his very first season with the Rams when paired with arguably the best defense in the league.</p>


[caption id="attachment_934203" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-934203 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-02-14T033408Z_2003917017_HP1EI2E09WTK0_RTRMADP_3_FOOTBALL-NFL-SUPERBOWL.jpeg" alt="Matthew Stafford" width="1920" height="1413" /> American Football - NFL - Super Bowl LVI - Cincinnati Bengals v Los Angeles Rams - SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California, United States - February 13, 2022 Los Angeles Rams' Matthew Stafford celebrates after winning Super Bowl LVI REUTERS/Mike Segar[/caption]
<p style="text-align: center">During his 13-season career in the NFL so far, the Georgia alumnus has been named a Pro Bowler in 2014, NFL Comeback Player of the Year in 2011, a Super Bowl Champion in 2022, and enlisted in the Detroit Lions All-Time Team for setting numerous franchise records.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Matthew Stafford Records</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">Matthew Stafford has set many league and franchise records throughout his career so far. As far as his dominance as a quarterback is concerned, Stafford has remained a dark horse throughout the majority of his NFL career. It was only with the Rams that his extraordinary QB prowess came to the limelight. Following are the records set by Stafford.<sup id="cite_ref-239" class="reference"></sup><sup id="cite_ref-240" class="reference"></sup></p>


[caption id="attachment_796191" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-796191 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-625568148.jpg" alt="Matthew Stafford Detroit Lions" width="1920" height="1280" /> DETROIT.MI - NOVEMBER 24: Quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) of the Detroit Lions passes the ball to Anquan Boldin (80) for a first quarter touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field on November 24, 2016 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)[/caption]
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 	<li>First player in NFL history to complete 60% or more of all passes in each game in a season (2015)<sup id="cite_ref-241" class="reference"></sup></li>
 	<li>Most games with at least one touchdown pass in a season: 17 (2021)<sup id="cite_ref-242" class="reference"></sup></li>
 	<li>Most consecutive 350+ yards passing games: 4 (2011–2012, tied with Drew Brees)
<sup id="cite_ref-247" class="reference"></sup></li>
 	<li>Fastest player to reach 20,000 career passing yards, 25,000 career passing yards, 30,000 career passing yards, 35,000 career passing yards, 40,000 career passing yards, and 45,000 career passing yards.<sup id="cite_ref-Quickest_to_45000_yards_251-0" class="reference"></sup></li>
 	<li>Fastest player to reach 3,000 completions (125 games played)<sup id="cite_ref-252" class="reference"></sup>
<sup id="cite_ref-253" class="reference"></sup></li>
 	<li>Most fourth-quarter comebacks in a season: 8 (2016)<sup id="cite_ref-4CBWin_1-1" class="reference"></sup></li>
 	<li>Most game-winning drives in a single season: 8 (2016)<sup id="cite_ref-4QCB_254-0" class="reference"></sup></li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Matthew Stafford Charity and Foundations</b></h2>
<p style="text-align: center">The NFL's highest-paid player of 2017, Matthew Stafford indulges in active participation in charitable works. His philanthropic efforts were widely acknowledged when he was named the Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee for the Detroit Lions in 2018.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">Stafford, during his time with the Lions and even now, has intensely worked with the <a href="https://saydetroit.org/?s=matthew+stafford" target="_blank" rel="noopener">SAY Detroit Foundation</a>, a charity that helps the neediest citizens of Detroit by providing them with medical care, food, and shelter. Promoting a healthy life among youth, Stafford has also raised awareness about the ill effects of childhood obesity while working with <a href="https://www.bcbsm.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Blue Cross Blue Shield in Michigan</a>.</p>


[caption id="attachment_782452" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-782452 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1190726361.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1280" /> DETROIT, MI - DECEMBER 29: Matthew Stafford #9 of the Detroit Lions walks on the field prior to the start of the game against the Green Bay Packers Ford Field on December 29, 2019 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)[/caption]
<p style="text-align: center">Furthermore, Matthew Stafford and his wife, Kelly, donated $350,000 to a social justice initiative run by their alma mater, the University of Georgia in 2020.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Matthew Stafford Endorsements</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">Matthew Stafford has endorsed the Blue Cross/Blue Shield Association and St. Joe's Hospital. Currently, the Rams quarterback has active deals with Nike, Panini, PepsiCo, Ford Motors, and Fanatics. According to <a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/matthew-stafford/?sh=7f219981aef5" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forbes</a>, Stafford has added an estimated value of $2.5 million through endorsement deals annually.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>How to contact Matthew Stafford?</strong></h2>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Los Angeles Rams quarterback does not have an official account on social media.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Instagram- N/A</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Twitter- N/A</span></p>

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<td width="301">Born</td>
<td width="301">February 7, 1988<span class="noprint ForceAgeToShow"> (age 34)</span></td>
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<td width="301">Weight</td>
<td width="301">220 lbs (100 kg)</td>
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<td width="301">Height</td>
<td width="301">6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)</td>
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<td width="301">Position</td>
<td width="301">Quarterback</td>
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<td width="301">NFL Draft</td>
<td width="301">2009 / Round: 1 / Pick: 1</td>
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<td width="301">Wife</td>
<td width="301">Kelly Stafford</td>
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<td width="301">Kids</td>
<td width="301">4</td>
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<td width="301">Endorsements</td>
<td width="301">Nike, PepsiCo, Fanatics, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Ford Motor, Panini, and St. Joe's Hospital</td>
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<td width="301">Agent</td>
<td width="301">Tom Condon, Ira Stahlberger</td>
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<td width="301">Residence</td>
<td width="301">Newport Coast, California</td>
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<td width="301">NFL Career</td>
<td width="301">Detroit Lions (2009–2020)

Los Angeles Rams (2021–Present)</td>
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<td width="301">Super Bowl</td>
<td width="301">LVI</td>
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<td width="301">Major Achievements</td>
<td width="301">Super Bowl Champion (LVI)

NFL Comeback Player of the Year (2011)

Pro Bowl (2014)

Detroit Lions All-Time Team

Most fourth-quarter comebacks in a season: 8 (2016)<sup id="cite_ref-4CBWin_1-0" class="reference"></sup>

Most passing attempts in a season: 727 (2012)<sup id="cite_ref-2" class="reference"></sup>

First player to complete 60% or more of passes in every game in a season (2015)</td>
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Matthew Stafford

Matthew Stafford 2022: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements John Matthew Stafford, popularly known as simply Matthew Stafford is an NFL quarterback who plays for the Los Angeles Rams. After making the First Team All-American with the University of Georgia, Stafford was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the 2009 NFL Draft as a first overall pick. After spending 12 unfruitful seasons with the Detroit Lions, the star quarterback was traded to the Los Angeles Rams on March 18, 2021, in exchange for Jared Goff a 2021 third-round pick, and two first-round picks in 2022 and 2023. The Georgia alumnus went on to win his first Super Bowl in his very first season with the Rams. Matthew Stafford Net Worth 2022 According to Celebrity Net Worth, Matthew Stafford is estimated to be worth $80 million as of 2022. The 2009 first overall pick once was the highest paid player in the NFL in 2017, with a massive five-year contract worth $135 million with the Detroit Lions. Jan 30, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) with wife Kelly Hall after defeating the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship Game at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports| Credit: Reuters After winning his first-ever Super Bowl in his first season in Los Angeles, Stafford signed a four-year extension worth $160 million, with $135 million guaranteed with the Rams on 19th March 2022. As per the deal, Stafford is now one of six QBs with an average annual salary of at least $40 million, alongside Dak Prescott, Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes, Deshaun Watson, and Aaron Rodgers. Matthew Stafford Stats According to NFL.com, Stafford has played 182 regular-season games in 12 seasons with Detroit Lions and one with Los Angeles Rams. He had made a whopping 6,825 passing attempts. The quarterback has completed 4,302 passes for a 63% completion percentage. He has passed for a humongous 49,995 yards and 323 touchdowns throughout his 13-season career. As per Pro-Football-Reference, Matthew Stafford has featured in 7 playoff games in his career so far. He has successfully completed 172 passes in 257 attempts during the offseason throwing for 2,096 yards and 13 touchdowns. Stafford had never won a playoff game during his tenure with the Lions but won the Super Bowl in his very first season with the Rams when paired with arguably the best defense in the league. American Football &#8211; NFL &#8211; Super Bowl LVI &#8211; Cincinnati Bengals v Los Angeles Rams &#8211; SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California, United States &#8211; February 13, 2022 Los Angeles Rams&#8217; Matthew Stafford celebrates after winning Super Bowl LVI REUTERS/Mike Segar During his 13-season career in the NFL so far, the Georgia alumnus has been named a Pro Bowler in 2014, NFL Comeback Player of the Year in 2011, a Super Bowl Champion in 2022, and enlisted in the Detroit Lions All-Time Team for setting numerous franchise records. Matthew Stafford Records Matthew Stafford has set many league and franchise records throughout his career so far. As far as his dominance as a quarterback is concerned, Stafford has remained a dark horse throughout the majority of his NFL career. It was only with the Rams that his extraordinary QB prowess came to the limelight. Following are the records set by Stafford. DETROIT.MI &#8211; NOVEMBER 24: Quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) of the Detroit Lions passes the ball to Anquan Boldin (80) for a first quarter touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field on November 24, 2016 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) First player in NFL history to complete 60% or more of all passes in each game in a season (2015) Most games with at least one touchdown pass in a season: 17 (2021) Most consecutive 350+ yards passing games: 4 (2011–2012, tied with Drew Brees) Fastest player to reach 20,000 career passing yards, 25,000 career passing yards, 30,000 career passing yards, 35,000 career passing yards, 40,000 career passing yards, and 45,000 career passing yards. Fastest player to reach 3,000 completions (125 games played) Most fourth-quarter comebacks in a season: 8 (2016) Most game-winning drives in a single season: 8 (2016) Matthew Stafford Charity and Foundations The NFL&#8217;s highest-paid player of 2017, Matthew Stafford indulges in active participation in charitable works. His philanthropic efforts were widely acknowledged when he was named the Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee for the Detroit Lions in 2018. Stafford, during his time with the Lions and even now, has intensely worked with the SAY Detroit Foundation, a charity that helps the neediest citizens of Detroit by providing them with medical care, food, and shelter. Promoting a healthy life among youth, Stafford has also raised awareness about the ill effects of childhood obesity while working with Blue Cross Blue Shield in Michigan. DETROIT, MI &#8211; DECEMBER 29: Matthew Stafford #9 of the Detroit Lions walks on the field prior to the start of the game against the Green Bay Packers Ford Field on December 29, 2019 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images) Furthermore, Matthew Stafford and his wife, Kelly, donated $350,000 to a social justice initiative run by their alma mater, the University of Georgia in 2020. Matthew Stafford Endorsements Matthew Stafford has endorsed the Blue Cross/Blue Shield Association and St. Joe&#8217;s Hospital. Currently, the Rams quarterback has active deals with Nike, Panini, PepsiCo, Ford Motors, and Fanatics. According to Forbes, Stafford has added an estimated value of $2.5 million through endorsement deals annually. How to contact Matthew Stafford? The Los Angeles Rams quarterback does not have an official account on social media. Instagram- N/A Twitter- N/A  Born February 7, 1988 (age 34)  Weight 220 lbs (100 kg)  Height 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)  Position Quarterback  NFL Draft 2009 / Round: 1 / Pick: 1  Wife Kelly Stafford  Kids 4  Endorsements Nike, PepsiCo, Fanatics, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Ford Motor, Panini, and St. Joe&#8217;s Hospital  Agent Tom Condon, Ira Stahlberger  Residence Newport Coast, California  NFL Career Detroit Lions (2009–2020) Los Angeles Rams (2021–Present)  Super Bowl LVI  Major Achievements Super Bowl Champion (LVI) NFL Comeback Player of the Year (2011) Pro Bowl (2014) Detroit Lions All-Time Team Most fourth-quarter comebacks in a season: 8 (2016) Most passing attempts in a season: 727 (2012) First player to complete 60% or more of passes in every game in a season (2015)

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