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Stafford Passes Rivers for Sixth All-Time in Passing TDs
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In Short: Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford threw four touchdown passes in Monday's 28-6 win over the New York Giants, propelling him past Philip Rivers for the sixth-most passing touchdowns in NFL history.
Stafford's first two touchdown passes went to Davante Adams and Kyren Williams, with the latter's 10-yard reception moving him past Jim Everett into second place in Rams franchise history.
Stafford's performance was particularly impressive given his team's season-opening loss to the San Francisco 49ers, where he did not throw a touchdown pass.
Stafford's 426th career touchdown pass came in the third quarter, an 11-yarder to Adams, securing his place in the league's all-time top six.
Stafford's climb up the NFL's all-time passing touchdowns list is a testament to his consistency and skill, with only Tom Brady, Drew Brees, Peyton Manning, Aaron Rodgers, and Brett Favre ahead of him.
Stafford expressed humility and respect for the players who came before him, telling ESPN’s Lisa Salters, “It’s a humbling feeling. I have so much respect for the people that played this game before me and am such a big fan of those guys.”
The Rams' victory was also a significant rebound performance for Stafford, who led the NFL with 46 touchdown passes last season and had not gone a game without a touchdown throw until the season opener.
Rams head coach Sean McVay and other team members praised Stafford's performance, highlighting his ability to lead the team to a strong start despite the challenges faced in the previous game.
Stafford's success this season is part of his ongoing case for Hall of Fame enshrinement, with his consistent performance and leadership continuing to build his legacy.
The Rams' win over the Giants was a showcase of Stafford's skill and the team's potential, with standout performances from key players like Adams and defensive end Aaron Donald.
What this adds
Stafford's performance against the Giants marked a significant milestone in his career, moving him into the top six of all-time passing touchdowns.
The game against the Giants was a strong rebound for Stafford after a season-opening loss to the San Francisco 49ers.
What's confirmed
- Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was all sorts of amazing against the New York Giants on Monday.
- Davante Adams caught Stafford’s 426th career touchdown pass, an 11-yarder in the third quarter, to propel Stafford past Philip Rivers (425).
What's still developing
- “I saw a young team with a bunch of talent. When you look at the defensive side of the ball, a bunch of pass rushers, I thought they did a really nice job in the pass game against the Dallas Cowboys, who have as much talent as anybody in the pass game,” said the three-time Pro Bowler in a report from Rams Wire's Cameron DaSilva.
- Matthew Stafford made sure that everyone got their money's worth in the Los Angeles Rams' home debut on Monday.
- In the process, Stafford surpassed Philip Rivers for the sixth-most passing touchdowns in league history.
- Before their clash, Stafford called the Giants a “dangerous team.” He said he watched the Giants dismantle the Dallas Cowboys in Week 1.
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