Los Angeles Rams Matthew Stafford is five games in with his new team, new offense, and new weapons. According to PFF Stafford has the best passer rating when grading passes that occur after the first read on the QB’s progression.
Highest passing grades on throws past 1st read:
Matthew Stafford - 90.1
Russell Wilson - 89.5
Josh Allen - 88.9 pic.twitter.com/o8BTWBzvMZ— PFF (@PFF) October 16, 2021Here are three elements that are contributing to Stafford’s top ranking in QB performance beyond the first read:
PASS PROTECTION
The Rams offensive line has allowed the least amount of sacks of all 32 teams in the NFL with only 4 surrendered in the first five games.