Matthew Stafford began his first season as the quarterback of the Los Angeles Rams by throwing 11 touchdowns in through his first four games, validation that the 33-year-old was an upgrade over their former quarterback, Jared Goff.
For all of Stafford’s positives — his high-volume yardage, experience and arm strength — his backbreaking turnovers have stained a season in which he is expected to help the Rams contend for a Super Bowl.
Stafford finished the regular season with 41 touchdowns and 17 interceptions, tied with Jaguars rookie Trevor Lawrence for the league lead. Perhaps most distressing has been Stafford’s penchant for late game turnovers and interceptions returned for touchdown (he led the league with four this season).