Matthew Stafford surpasses Philip Rivers on NFL all-time touchdown list

Matthew Stafford passed Philip Rivers for sixth place on the NFL's all-time passing touchdown list during a game on September 22, 2026. He reached 426 career touchdown passes with his third touchdown of the game, moving ahead of Rivers, who ended his career with 425. This achievement adds to Stafford's résumé, which already includes an MVP award and a Super Bowl title. Stafford aims to catch Brett Favre, who is fifth with 508 career touchdowns, but would need 83 more to reach Favre. Stafford's career has been marked by significant milestones as he continues playing in his 12th NFL season.

• 2:33 AMYahoo Sports — Matthew Stafford passes Philip Rivers in NFL record book, has sights set on Brett Favre next
• 2:27 AMYahoo Sports — Matthew Stafford passes Philip Rivers on NFL's all-time TD list