Dan Orlovsky places Matthew Stafford in all-time quarterback discussion
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Analyst Dan Orlovsky stated on ESPN that Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford could enter the top-five all-time quarterback conversation if he secures a second Super Bowl title. Orlovsky noted that Stafford, who holds a recent league MVP award, would elevate his legacy significantly with another championship victory. This assessment follows news that Aaron Donald has returned from retirement to join the Rams, pairing with Myles Garrett on the defensive line. While Orlovsky previously excluded Joe Montana from his own personal top-five list, he suggested that Stafford is approaching that tier of greatness. The commentary drew attention due to the professional history between the two, as both played for the Detroit Lions earlier in their careers. Stafford remains a centerpiece of a Los Angeles roster widely considered a top contender for the upcoming season.
- •Dan Orlovsky claims a second Super Bowl win would move Matthew Stafford into top-five all-time status.
- •Aaron Donald returned from retirement to bolster the Los Angeles Rams defensive line.
- •Matthew Stafford previously earned an MVP award to solidify his Hall of Fame credentials.
- •Orlovsky played alongside Matthew Stafford during their tenure with the Detroit Lions.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Orlovsky believes Matthew Stafford could be ‘top-five’ quarterback of all-time
"Joe Montana didn’t do enough to crack Dan Orlovksy’s top-five quarterback list, but Matthew Stafford is on the verge of getting there. Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams are one of the strongest Super Bowl favorites in recent years, particularly after Aaron Donald officially came out of retirement to assemble what could be a historic…
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