Whoever takes over from Matthew Stafford as the Rams’ starting quarterback will have a major legacy to live up to—but they’ll also be stepping into one of the league’s most well-run organizations under a top-tier head coach. That alone could set the stage for a smooth transition and a real shot at success.
Until the Rams officially name Stafford’s eventual replacement, the speculation isn’t going anywhere. Get ready—because throughout the upcoming NFL and college football seasons, the rumors and hot takes will be nonstop.
Add to that the fact that the Rams hold two first-round picks in the upcoming draft, and the storyline becomes even more compelling. The hunt for Stafford’s successor is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about sagas of the year.
“With Stafford likely having just a few years left in his career, NFL Spin Zone’s Sayre Bedinger predicts the Rams will trade up in the 2026 NFL Draft and select Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza in Round 1 to be Stafford’s eventual successor.
Even if the Rams are planning on keeping Stafford around for 2026, and even if Stafford plans on continuing to play, the Rams are in a great spot to bring in the heir apparent and move on to that guy whenever they see the wheels coming off for Stafford.”
Speculating about the Rams’ future is definitely part of the fun—and I’m sure I’ll join in plenty—but let’s leave that to fans and writers for now. The team’s focus should stay locked on what they hope to achieve in 2025.
Honestly, the more attention people pay to what might happen instead of what’s actually happening, the better it is for the Rams.
