Ex-NFL QB suggests trade to move Matthew Stafford from Rams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 8:59 AM
Last updated Nov 10, 2026

Kurt Benkert has proposed a trade that would send Matthew Stafford from the Los Angeles Rams to the Minnesota Vikings. The Rams are currently 5-4, and Stafford's performance has not matched his MVP season last year. Benkert argues that given Los Angeles selected quarterback Ty Simpson in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, the team might benefit from trading Stafford and gathering draft picks. Meanwhile, Minnesota, which has lost two consecutive games after a strong start, faces uncertainty at the quarterback position, making Stafford an appealing option. The trade's feasibility remains questionable as Stafford plays a key role in the Rams' offense, and parting with him would be a significant decision.
- •Matthew Stafford has 2,374 passing yards, 16 touchdowns this season.
- •Rams selected Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick in 2026 NFL Draft.
- •Minnesota Vikings are currently on a two-game losing streak.
- •Proposed trade aims to create flexibility for both teams.
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"There is no denying that Matthew Stafford remains one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL, and the Los Angeles Rams have continued to show their confidence in him. However, the Rams are 5-4 through nine weeks of this season, and Stafford has yet to reproduce the form that made him the league’s MVP last year.
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