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Matthew Stafford | Quarterback

Team: Detroit Lions
Age / DOB:  (25) / 2/7/1988
Ht / Wt:  6'3' / 232
College: Georgia
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The Lions don't plan to negotiate a contract extension with Matthew Stafford during the season.
The team has made no secret about its desire to get a long-term deal worked out, but there is no rush to do so. Stafford still has two years left on his contract. "We've still got discussions to have, but at some point in time, we'll either get a deal done, or we'll focus on football," president Tom Lewand said. It doesn't appear that the two sides will come to terms this summer. Jun 8 - 6:27 PM
Source: MLive.com

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Matthew Stafford - QB - Lions

MLive.com's Anwar Richardson doesn't believe a Matthew Stafford contract extension will happen this offseason.

The Lions met with Stafford's representatives in February, but talks never got off the ground. The 25-year-old has stated that he's willing to accept less to stay in Detroit, but it's in his best interests to wait. He could make more money if the Lions go back to the playoffs and win a postseason game. Stafford has two years and a club option left on his current contract, so there's no rush.
Source: MLive.com
May 4 - 5:39 PM
Matthew Stafford - QB - Lions

Matthew Stafford says he only wants "fair-market value" on his impending extension, and is willing to take less so the Lions can spend more on his supporting cast.

"I want talent around me, frankly," Stafford said Tuesday. "Everywhere in the league you see guys breaking records with how much they’re making and all that kind of stuff. ... I don’t really care about breaking (salary) records too much. I want to break records on the field." It's a noble sentiment, but "fair-market value" for Stafford will still easily exceed $50 million guaranteed. The Detroit Free Press considers it "just a matter of time" before the sides agree to an extension.
Source: Detroit Free Press
Apr 16 - 7:06 PM
Matthew Stafford - QB - Lions

After spending his first few NFL offseasons down south, Matthew Stafford has been a regular at the Lions' facility this spring.

"There is not a guy that's done more for this franchise in this offseason than Matthew Stafford," said club president Tom Lewand. "The guy's been in the building every day. He's been living here the entire offseason." Also helping to "recruit" free agents like Reggie Bush, Stafford is improving his case for a hefty long-term extension. The Detroit Free Press calls it "just a matter of time" before the sides strike a deal worth over $100 million.
Source: Detroit Free Press
Apr 14 - 4:21 PM
Matthew Stafford - QB - Lions

Lions GM Martin Mayhew said there hasn't been any progress on Matthew Stafford's contract extension talks yet.

Stafford has two seasons left on his six-year, $72 million rookie contract. The Lions will have to make him one of the NFL's highest paid quarterbacks, but a new deal would also free up cap space. Stafford's 2013 cap number is a whopping $20.8 million even though his salary is only $12.5 million. "It's going to be a process to get that done and we're working on getting it done now," Mayhew said.
Source: Detroit Free Press
Mar 19 - 8:07 AM
Matthew Stafford - QB - Lions

NFL Network's Albert Breer confirms the Lions have held preliminary extension talks with Matthew Stafford.

According to Breer, there is "nothing pressing at this point." Stafford's 2013 cap number sits at $20.8 million. President Tom Lewand insists the extension wouldn't be for salary cap purposes, but rather to lock up a core player.
Source: Albert Breer on Twitter
Feb 27 - 8:53 PM
Matthew Stafford - QB - Lions

The Lions met with Matthew Stafford's agent Thursday, beginning long-term talks.

GM Martin Mayhew says the sides had "good talks." Stafford's 2013 cap hit is a formidable $20.8 million, making an extension a near necessity for the Lions. The No. 1 pick of the 2009 draft has two years left on his rookie contract. He should get locked up sooner rather than later.
Source: Chris McCosky on Twitter
Feb 22 - 9:34 AM
Matthew Stafford - QB - Lions

Lions president Tom Lewand intends to rework Matthew Stafford's contract, but not for salary-cap relief.

"The reason to have an extension with Matthew, just like the reason to have the extension with Calvin [Johnson] last year, was to secure their services for a long period of time," said Lewand. Stafford has two years left on his contract, and is due a $12 million base salary in 2013 with a $20.8 million cap hit. Regardless of what Lewand says, the Lions could clear a bunch of room under the cap by restructuring (and extending) Stafford's deal.
Source: MLive.com
Feb 16 - 10:03 AM
Matthew Stafford - QB - Lions

According to Lions GM Martin Mayhew, there hasn't been a "whole lot of dialog" about extending Matthew Stafford's contract, but it remains a priority.

It's a priority because Stafford is currently set to count a staggering $20.82 million against the cap. Stafford is also only signed through 2015, while the going rate for franchise quarterbacks is continuing to skyrocket. A major discount is unlikely, but locking Stafford up coming off a down season should be a calculated risk worth taking for the Lions.
Source: detroitlions.com
Feb 7 - 2:52 PM
Matthew Stafford - QB - Lions

Matthew Stafford received a $500,000 performance bonus in his contract for 2013.

Stafford's base salary is now $12.5 million, and his cap number has increased to $20.82 million. The Lions have stated that they intend to extend Stafford's deal this offseason, and haven't lost faith in him as their franchise quarterback. Stafford is currently signed through 2014 with a $15 million option for 2015.
Source: Detroit Free Press
Jan 26 - 7:12 PM
Matthew Stafford - QB - Lions

Lions GM Martin Mayhew stated Friday that the organization has not lost faith in Matthew Stafford as their franchise quarterback.

"He's a phenomenal player, great teammate. The guy's got tremendous skill level, great arm talent. He's our guy," said Mayhew. Stafford barely missed his second straight 5,000-yard passing season, throwing for 4,967 yards and setting an NFL single-season record with 727 attempts. However, his 20 touchdown passes was largely a disappointment in fantasy circles. Mayhew's vote of confidence comes on the heels of reports that the Lions intend on giving Stafford a new deal this off-season for salary-cap reasons.
Source: Detroit Free Press
Jan 5 - 9:26 AM
Matthew Stafford - QB - Lions

Lions GM Martin Mayhew hopes to renegotiate or extend Matthew Stafford's contract this offseason.

Despite Stafford's rocky 2012, the Lions are still clearly interested in locking him up long-term. The Detroit Free Press reported in July that Stafford is due to count a whopping $20 million against the cap in 2013, so there's a clear incentive for Detroit to renegotiate his deal in the form of an extension. Stafford is currently signed for $12 million in 2013 and $11 million in 2014. The Lions hold a $15 million option for 2015.
Source: Tim Twentyman on Twitter
Jan 2 - 6:56 PM
Matthew Stafford - QB - Lions

Lions coach Jim Schwartz stated Monday that he has no problem with Matthew Stafford's inconsistent passing mechanics.

Stafford's mechanics devolved in 2012 to the extent that you never knew in what way the ball would come out. It undoubtedly contributed to Stafford's ups and downs, but the Lions don't seem concerned. "His mechanics are very good," Schwartz insisted. "... He doesn't have mechanical problems. He's very creative as a quarterback." We find this a bit worrisome entering the offseason.
Source: Dave Birkett on Twitter
Mon, Dec 31, 2012 11:36:00 AM
Matthew Stafford - QB - Lions

Matthew Stafford completed 24-of-42 passes for 272 yards, three touchdowns and an interception in the Lions' Week 17 loss to the Bears.

It was another sloppy day for the Lions' up-and-down 24-year-old quarterback, as he also lost two fumbles. His interception was an ill-advised desperation heave off his back foot near the end of the first half. However, Stafford will still finish the year just 33 yards shy of becoming the first player in NFL history to post back-to-back 5,000-yard campaigns. Stafford's mechanics have irrefutably regressed, while he became turnover prone once the Lions lost their No. 2 and 3 receivers in Ryan Broyles and Titus Young. His obsession with sidearm throws is baffling. But there's no question the former No. 1 overall pick still has as much arm talent as any player in the league, and that he remains part of the solution for the long-moribund Lions. Stafford's fluky touchdown rate — just 20 in 16 games — likely means he'll be undervalued in next summer's fantasy drafts.
Sun, Dec 30, 2012 04:20:00 PM
Matthew Stafford - QB - Lions

Matthew Stafford completed 37-of-56 passes for 443 yards, no touchdowns, and an interception in Saturday's loss to the Falcons.

Stafford locked on to Calvin Johnson the entire first half but ended up completing passes to 10 different receivers. Working with a replacement-level offense, Stafford has just one touchdown in his last three games and continues to get little support from the Lions' running game. Barring a mid-game injury, he'll break the NFL record for passing attempts in a season next week.
Sat, Dec 22, 2012 11:59:00 PM

Depth Charts

Skill Players
PosRoleName
QB1Matthew Stafford
2Shaun Hill
3Kellen Moore
4Thaddeus Lewis
RB1Reggie Bush
2Mikel Leshoure
3Joique Bell
4Theo Riddick
5Steven Miller
GLB1Mikel Leshoure
2Reggie Bush
3RB1Reggie Bush
2Joique Bell
FB1Montell Owens
2Shaun Chapas
WR11Calvin Johnson
2Nate Burleson
3Mike Thomas
4Kris Durham
5Brian Robiskie
WR21Ryan Broyles
2Corey Fuller
3Patrick Edwards
4Micheal Spurlock
5Matt Willis
WR31Nate Burleson
TE1Brandon Pettigrew
2Tony Scheffler
3Michael Williams
4Matt Veldman
5Joseph Fauria
K1David Akers
2Havard Rugland