Matthew Stafford reveals the 'trick' fueling his elite play at 38
Matthew Stafford, at 38, continues to excel in the NFL, recently sharing insights on his mindset. He emphasizes the importance of self-motivation and adapting his game as he ages. Stafford's performance last season was remarkable, leading the league in passing yards and touchdowns.
- ▪Matthew Stafford is one of the oldest players in the NFL at 38 years old.
- ▪He recently won his first league MVP and is returning for his 18th NFL season with the Los Angeles Rams.
- ▪Stafford led all NFL quarterbacks last season with 4,707 passing yards and 46 touchdowns.
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