Matthew Stafford, the Los Angeles Rams quarterback, was awarded the 2025 AP NFL Most Valuable Player at the NFL Honors ceremony held on February 5, 2026, in San Francisco. This accolade marks a significant milestone in Stafford's 17-year career, as he edged out New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye in one of the closest MVP races in decades, securing 24 of the 50 votes, according to Geo Business. Stafford's performance this season was nothing short of remarkable, leading the league with 4,707 passing yards, 46 touchdowns, and maintaining a passer rating of 109.2, as reported by nfl.com. His leadership was pivotal in the Rams achieving a 12-5 regular season record and securing the fifth seed in the NFC playoffs.