Matthew Stafford faces tax lien issue ahead of Rams' season opener
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 4:50 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is dealing with a significant financial concern. Stafford and his wife, Kelly, are facing a California tax lien exceeding $534,000, filed by the California Franchise Tax Board for the 2024 taxable year. The lien, confirmed active as of July 14, 2026, can affect their property rights while they prepare for the 2026 NFL season. Stafford, who recently signed a one-year, $55 million contract extension, is expected to lead the Rams in their season opener against the San Francisco 49ers on September 10, 2026, in Melbourne, Australia. Despite this off-field issue, his football availability is unlikely to be impacted.
- •Matthew Stafford and Kelly Stafford face a tax lien of $534,453.67.
- •The lien was filed on July 14, 2026, for the 2024 tax year.
- •Stafford enters the season coming off an MVP award.
- •Rams play 49ers in season opener on September 10, 2026.
- •Cabinet concerns may need resolution but won't impact on-field performance.
- 4:50 AMYahoo Sports — LA Rams star Matthew Stafford receives $534K tax bill over $38 million Hidden Hills mansions
- 6:14 PMYahoo Sports — Matthew Stafford facing major off-field issue before Rams season
"The reigning league MVP received a hefty tax lien from the California Franchise Tax Board over his real estate portfolio. Stafford just signed a one-year, $55 million contract extension with the Rams earlier this year, despite there being concerns that he might retire.
"Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and his wife reportedly face an active California tax lien worth more than $534,000 just weeks before Los Angeles opens its 2026 season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 4:50 AMLA Rams star Matthew Stafford receives $534K tax bill over $38 million Hidden Hills mansions
The reigning league MVP received a hefty tax lien from the California Franchise Tax Board over his real estate portfolio. Stafford just signed a one-year, $55 million contract extension with the Rams earlier this year, despite there being concerns that he might retire.
- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 6:14 PMMatthew Stafford facing major off-field issue before Rams season
Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and his wife reportedly face an active California tax lien worth more than $534,000 just weeks before Los Angeles opens its 2026 season.
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