Stafford Strong: Overcoming Every Obstacle as a Team | NFL Films Presents

[@MichelleLopez-gz5fz]

True detroit fans will always root for Matthew because he gave his all for this city and his team, he deserves to be in the Superbowl. Just love seeing him and his wife (who is tough too) and their kids. Sending good thoughts that all of the Staffords stay healthy and strong.

[@Mindblowingtrickshotz]

THIS MAN FINALLY HAS HIS SUPERBOWL RING!!!!! Congrats Matthew well deserved, you've gone through hell and back and you've earned the hell out of this championship!!!

[@matthewmcabee7328]

You got your wish he has one now👌

[@boogitybear2283]

The fact that he wins a Super Bowl in his House like Brady did has to be the most Epic feeling ever.

[@Ivan-fs9nz]

Stafford seems like that type of dude that never complains just keeps on fighting

[@cy4330]

That is actually really bad. You gotta stand up for the right thing to protect yourself. Look where he is right now. If he continued to be what he was then he would still be in that hole never to get out.

[@Ivan-fs9nz]

@@cy4330 Yea I feel ya no doubt but you also cant give up too fast you have to try and make it work first and I think Stafford definitely did all he could and took his time but finally realized he had enough.

[@BBBYpsi]

What you should have said is he has never put the blame on anyone & has even if it was not his fault took the blame in stride. Never put another team mate under the bus like so many do today. All his ex team mates absolutely loved him.

[@patricksantino4131]

Unlike Baker Mayfield

[@walkerholmesdada3630]

This is the only qb in the nfl that doesn’t get criticized like dude is not on social media an he made the lions literally an proved that he was not the issue 🤷🏽‍♂️cant hate stafford

[@rivahkillah]

Yeah, the worst part of him was he kept the Lions from being the absolute worst and improving. We all wish him well (except when he plays the Lions).

[@refusetowin6948]

Great QB. Lions held him back, nice to see him thrive in L.A. and away from the worst team in the NFL.

[@dalewilson2034]

💯

[@bsh5311]

@Rowdy Jr I bet you have never been to Detroit.

[@bsh5311]

@Cody Hess you Stafford haters will never give up. He only had one year with a good defense and running game in 12 years.

[@Favouredmojoe]

As a packers fan watching him with just Calvin Johnson and still throwing for a bazillion yards is nuts. I’m glad he has multiple weapons now on the rams.

[@nathanklemick8351]

Gonna be a good game against yall , can't wait!

[@michaelh.g.4045]

@@nathanklemick8351 He had really good weapons in Detroit aside from an abysmal rush game--but still good receving RBs. He makes weapons out of anyone, Kupp wasn't even an afterthought last year, CJ only had his greatest, and by definition the greatest ever, seasons as a WR with Stafford. Golden tate, Marvin Jones, Kenny Golladay, monster seasons, WITH STAFFORD. Weapons weren't the issue, and his team being stacked doesn't matter either, it's that in Detroit, Caldwell was wayyyyy too conservative, and Matt Patricia was an absolute WRECK. Defense was gutted, and Quinn did better than Mayhew, but still didn't do enough on the trenches and got wayyyy too ballsy with the trades.

[@terryroth428]

He was always a great QB, respected by everyone. I hope can can finally win a Super Bowl with LA. He deserves it.

[@jaycar82]

This was pretty cool to watch the moring after he won his first NFC championship. How can you not want to root for this guy to win the superbowl.

[@ethanlarsen4644]

I love how this is an interview with Matt Stafford and he’s quite for most of it. Love Matt. He’s a good role model for kids in a world without good icons to look up to.

[@speakingtruths4215]

He doesn't need to talk. His wife does more than enough talking for the both of them.

[@timtresch4848]

@@speakingtruths4215 thats the problem, she needs to stfu no cares who she is.

[@texasguy5377]

@@timtresch4848 jealousy is for sure real with you

[@mikeglisson4912]

I hope he gets that ring man he really deserves it the most

[@cami-loo108]

This dude deserves a Superbowl, come on Rams, let's go all the way!!!!

[@robertedward7023]

Im so Happy for Stafford!! I may be a lifelong Lions fan, but Iim glad that Stafford will finally get the credit he so much deserves. It seemed that every time the Lions won a game with Stafford is was more about how the other team lost. Now the world can see how good a QB he is. I’ll be very surprised if he doesn’t walk away with a championship ring. Only wish our Lions would have been the ones to share it with him. From a true blue Lions fan , CONGRATULATIONS MATHEW STAFFORD!!

[@gregorybob]

Who still here supporting him for that Ring let's go Stafford

[@commonsenseisntcommon1776]

YES!

[@DavidHernandez-ug9gb]

So happy to see them striving and happy. Also so happy that Matthew finally has a quality team around him

[@denisedavis5535]

Wait till the wife starts doggin the rams

[@PackManSports]

As a lifelong Packers fan, I respected Stafford ever since he was drafted by the Lions. His endurance and courage made me admire him more. I wish he could get the respect he deserves as a good quarterback. It's also great to see Kelly overcome a difficult time. I can't image what they had to endure. It was also great that the city of Detroit was so supportive.

[@daltonpope7562]

After seeing this, I can’t help but to want this man to win the SB.

[@damikey18]

I will be one pissed off person if Stafford does not win this superbowl against the Bengals.

[@StxnnaJay]

@@damikey18 lmaooo the way you said it😂😂😂😂

[@damikey18]

@@StxnnaJay?

[@rudycavazos]

And he did! What a journey.

[@damikey18]

@@rudycavazosBro that game was a nail bitter for sure even though I am a saints fan but I was hoping for the rams to win for Matthew Stafford since over half of his career was wasted with the lions also for Andrew whitworth and OBJ. The Bengals played extremely well though but they just need to work on their offensive line and get rid of eli apple how eli apple still has a career as a football player is beyond me unless he promises to improve and actually show how much he has improved but I really doubt that since he has had many years and been with many teams to improve.

[@Tarizma]

if you dont love matt stafford you're lying... he is one hell of a man and should be someone that everyone looks up to.

[@dbs6655]

Vikings fan. I've always said I'd be so grateful and proud to have Matt Stafford as my qb. Jealous. Just wrong situation for him. Happy he got a team around him. Unless he plays us lol. Happy your wife is doing well. God bless.

[@blue24191]

Class Act, the Staffords. I'm a Lions fan of 30+ years and now I cheer for the Rams because I'm an even bigger Stafford fan!

[@BiggyD1234]

Watching these short films makes me appreciate football for football - not Packers vs. Lions or all that stuff. Humans are amazing! Hope the best for Stafford - a Championship would be well deserved!

[@doiteffortless8396]

I’m from Detroit. Matt stafford is the sh@&! We love him here. Hopes he wins it all!!!! Good luck brother

[@mikeleo5990]

Even though I’m a bears fan I always liked this guy and this story confirms why . Class act and I hope he gets his ring 🖖

[@tomsteinhardt4722]

Me too. From a Packers fan.

[@nwadikechikezie4329]

He got it

[@andycarlton4691]

You got your wish

[@joanwarner5102]

Love this man and his family, he always leaves everything he has on the field and is a great role model. He did so many great things for Detroit and his good bye video brought tears to my eyes.

[@samsammy9453]

I'm going through the worst time of my life and I'm usually irritated by everyone however I love seeing couples battling through adversity...beautiful, God bless that family

[@shapetick4096]

Aw hope you find success and happiness

[@RyokuVanguard]

Keep your head up, bud. Easy to get lost looking at your feet.

[@self-employedsuccesssecret2983]

Hang in there Sam Sammy, life will turn around and get better for you if you persevere.

[@bulliongrowernz1975]

Hang in there Sammy, try to be grateful of even the smallest thing, it will help you through. Even us randoms care for you and your trying situation enough to reply...

[@jeremyg6061]

Cannot dislike this man, or woman, or family. Rooting for him

[@coreyyeknich9069]

AMEN

[@joshecksteen3376]

It’s crazy! Now this man and heading to the super bowl!

[@brookehurley2282]

Love is a remarkable thing

[@judycarlsen7707]

I'm a Lions fan; have been all of my life and will only hope for the best for them. I watched Mathew Stafford his whole career and though I hated to see him go, I am oh so excited for him to be with a team that has the ability to take advantage of his amazing quarterbacking skills. Nobody, and I mean NOBODY, that I have talked to is really upset that he wanted to be and was traded simply because everyone seems to understand that for 12 years, he gave his utmost efforts for the Lions. For being with a team that could not build a supporting cast of players for that long deserves an opportunity to move on to excellence. The one thing that has struck me though this move as well as through all of the years is how he embraced the Detroit area when it could be the most unloveable city in the nation. He's gone now, and Detroit will miss him. I won't because I now have two teams: The Detroit Lions and the Los Angelas Rams.

[@iansnyder274]

What a beautiful family..so inspirational. Hope Matt takes them all the way!

[@wilkic2]

He did!

[@garydelcourt2791]

As tough as they come with hearts just as big….We love you guys!

[@connorfetsko6843]

So happy he finally won a super bowl, he deserved it. Congratulations!!

[@chadbailey30]

This guy was so beloved on Detroit!!! Lions fans knew he gave his all to that team

[@jillh7403]

Stafford deserves that super bowl ring!! Love from Detroit! ❤️🏈

[@jjg4608]

Great video! How does anyone who watched this not root for the Staffords and the Rams to win the super bowl. Go Rams!

[@barrypeirson3710]

I'm an Eagles fan. Stafford is a top notch guy all around. Just started looking at his career details. Saw about his wife. Great video. Also we share a birthday 2/7/88.

[@ArtEssay70]

Being born a Georgia Bulldog 52 years ago, I've seen a number of great athletes pass through the hedges of our home stadium. None other than Herschel Walker, have i ever seen the true talent shine as much as this young man. From the day Matthew dressed out in Red stepping into his first game as a Dawg, he impressed me every single game he played for us. I knew then that he would be very special. On and off the field. One of the most genuinely and humbly kind to everyone that approaches him. Such a great leader as you so can see here now. He will never ask you to do what he's not willing to do himself and he will lead the way first if need be to show you how. Big big respect for Matthew. He will always be a Georgia Bulldog to me. Detroit was lucky to have him. It's a shame they let him leave. LA now has one of the best QBs playing the game today. Son, may the Lord continue to bless you and keep you and watch over you and your family no matter where you call home. Gooo DAWGS!!!

[@earlputnal9124]

One strong and proud girl dad. And one,.... Strong woman. Congrats on a successful surgery. And my prayers are with you Kelly and with Matt for a long life and happy loving marriage for alot of years to come. Best wishes.

[@Coolidentidy]

I am a diehard Seahawks fan and I have always said that if we didn’t have Russell Wilson, the QB I would want for us is Matt Stafford. He has always been brilliant but overlooked in Detroit. When I saw he had joined the Rams, our division rival, I was crushed. Regardless of anything though, I wish Matt all the success in the world! I love watching his story and I am happy for him that he has such an amazing relationship with his wife. Go Staffords!

[@ZOMBI3DEAD5]

I’m a packer fan but ima rooting for Stafford! He deserves it!

[@bradleyhovious3240]

Likewise

[@angelespino2513]

And this Sunday Matthew will be a Superbowl Champ! Horns up!

[@gennadyrosin1177]

Stafford you are one of the best quaterback in the NFL history. Your the man on and off the field. great piece

[@nealfeldpausch715]

90 percent of lion's fans love you Bro. Go win the SB.

[@juangringo3906]

Dude has the top 2 receiving yd leaders in the NFL w/Johnson and Kupp. Johnson nearly made the top 10 twice and this was his 1st yr w/Kupp who doubled his reception yds from last year +53recs and made 13 more TDs. Not that Kupp wasnt already a good player but if you look at his stats you can clearly see he went from good to superstar this yr which says about all you need to know about Staffords on field abilities and off the field you never hear a peep out of him.

[@commonsenseisntcommon1776]

With that RAM Defense too!!! We got this!

[@billjohnsonpgc]

as a chicagoan... Ive always liked him and hope he can pull off a superbowl

[@chrisnivo]

You guys got me teary eyed, God Bless your family, now cap this great story of with a Super Bowl win!

[@BigBoy-bx1dw]

He's a good dude. Happy for him

[@lorikoenig6111]

I think we can all agree Matthew is a Great QB ! I Hope he goes all the Way with the Rams. Love from the D.

[@Officialab252YT]

As a die hard Packer fan I respect this man and Megatron soo much man. They played hard and I never heard them really complain at all!! Blessings to him and his family!

[@darkthunder168]

Growing up a Packer fan and seeing this guy twice a year was always so much fun, I love watching Stafford play, and I feel like in LA people are gonna see just how great of a qb he really is, this man was the Lions for many years, and now that he's not on a divisional yearish can openly cheer for him 😂😆 I hope Stafford gets a ring before he retires, he deserves it 1000000000%

[@AJB624]

What about arod?

[@grittylions]

THE MAN IS WORTHY TO WEAR THE BLUE COLLAR OF DETROIT... I will never forget Detroit (cough Ford) built this country (Thank you Henry Ford) and Kelly and Matt Stafford EARNED Michigan's allegiance in a Browns game rookie year followed by a fight and win with cancer shortly after... Us Michigan folk define LOYAL.

[@bdog961]

A real soldier, and a good woman by his side! LA thanks you. Let’s go get it!!

[@billsciamanna7580]

I have been a Lions fan for 55 years and Stafford was the best QB we ever had. He is a class act and I said when he was traded that he would get his team to the Super Bowl. I hope he gets his ring. He deserves it.

[@paulmurray2387]

Matthew after listening to your story as a couple, family, Pro Quarterback…. Dude you have so much going for you and a positive attitude despite adversity. You are someone who will inspire many. Thanks for sharing your self with us!

[@GottaLookInwardToSeeOutward]

love to see it man really really hope he wins it all this year cuz he more than deserves it and then next year will be the lions year

[@kengriffeth4832]

This video shows just a small part of why Matthew was (and is) so loved at Georgia. I even watched Detroit games just to see him..

[@ki11atj49]

Why he was like by majority of Detroit

[@obi-juantacobi8552]

Facts. It was amazing to see my favorite player from my Alma mater get drafted to my favorite team. It just sucked watching the organization fail to help him for 12 years.

[@seanmurphy6017]

Love the Lions always will and will miss Stafford he is one hell of a QB and he deserves all the great things coming his way...Still a fan and so appreciated the day he came to Hill AFB Utah and signed my son's football...

[@leroymorris6036]

For Stafford to last 12 seasons of getting beat up and still at it makes him top shelf! And still has that cannon!

[@vm360fly]

SO happy that Stafford is finally playing for a team that deserves him!

[@finalbossoftheinternet6002]

Matthew Stafford....your ancestors looked down upon and smiled when you got back in after that hit. Respect.

[@eddiekidd1760]

I've been an LA Rams Fan since the 1979 Super Bowl (QB's - Vince Ferragamo (LA) & Terry Bradshaw (P. ST.). I also remember watching the game, when Matthew Stafford was hit. Then came back to finish the game. I knew, at that very moment, he was the toughest QB, in the NFL... GO RAMS !!!

[@lizstallard9902]

Michigan born here . Sunday , the Rams with Matt is OUR team . ❤️

[@drakegarcia3106]

This dude always give his 100% in every downs. Now he deserves to be on top. As a TB12 fan, much respect to MS9

[@franvarga709]

Godspeed Matthew and Kelly, Welcome to LA!! GO RAMS!!

[@michaelmilsom9518]

Truly very fine people.

[@cindymckee5831]

Matthew is such a class act! Detroit loves the Stafford family. He will forever be a Lion!

[@Shredderman3_]

I just love stafford even more now

[@DWilliam1]

I’m happy he got out of Detroit and has a chance to finally win.

[@davidalley1350]

Its an incredible journey for him @ his wife especially, god bless them both @ their family

[@Chiefz]

Stafford deserves it all, this video was so awesome

[@loganbremerman1248]

Hes the only one playing right now that has a chance to break TB12s records. So humble as well. Love this guy

[@StamCJ11]

Freaking love this guy, everything he’s been through never griped or complained just showed up to work like a pro and gave 1000% effort to his team

[@hybridis586]

Stafford is easy to love man! Glad he is finding success in LA

[@royrocker9004]

Nothing but Respect. I appreciate all he did for the Lions. Despite the average to below average Offensive line and no run game to speak of for much of his time in Detroit, opposing defenses knew Stafford was going to pass on a majority of downs bc of no running game and playing from behind much of the time and yet Stafford still was the fastest QB in HISTORY to pass for as mentioned, 20, 30, and 40,000 yards. The man is a warrior and is easily a top 5 QB in the League. That vicious hit he took that NO other QB would have stayed in the game after taking that hit, just pissed him off I can throw the ball if you need me to he says, and then did for a TD. I have been saying he is one of the best for years and most people would laugh and tell me I am nuts all bc of the Lions record. It takes a team to win and now Stafford is on a talented team and headed to the Super Bowl. Anyone that watched a Lions game should have been able to see his talent. The arm angle throws that people rave about when Mahomes does it was being done by Stafford when Mahomes was in grade school. Stafford's arm strength is as strong or stronger than any NFL QB current or past. I wish Stafford nothing but the best in the NFL as well as his wife Kelly and their children. Kelly is a warrior too. Kelly is correct, the city did rally around her, but it went beyond just the city of Detroit, the entire state of Michigan was behind her and the entire family. The Stafford family also has donated a lot of money to help others that does not get talked about and that is just how they want it. What a generous and lovely family. Stafford Strong.

[@donaldshrader9609]

💪STAFFORD.

[@sneakerdna4826]

The spotlight is super bright for Stafford and that's the narrative I was hoping for ... Good luck Stafford 👍

[@edgarcanas8736]

Stafford has a lot of heart

[@Mikesdyna55]

Thanks Matthew for giving my Home town your talent and love thank you again and good luck to you and yours

[@renevillarreal9985]

Matthew Stafford was and still is a generational talent, hopefully he gets the ring with the rams

[@stevesmith1127]

Mat Stafford I am happy that you now have a teem that knows to catch the passes you through:) I live in Michigan I wish you the best even a super bowl win soon:)

[@tomtraynor5384]

Class.. Toughness. Ability. Great family. Gave lots to the city of Detroit. Great story. I remember when Golden Tate got traded--and Stafford's name came up in discussion after he non longer played for Detroit. He said Matthew had the best arm he ever caught a ball from.

[@KellyAnn1997]

Love that man. I hope he wins it all!

[@kevinc8955]

Every time I see Stafford’s wife in interviews, you can tell just how much she cares for this man. He’s a lucky dude. That’s a rare thing to have that kind of money and fame, but still have someone who is ride or die for you.

[@timtresch4848]

I can just tell she nags him to death, probably why he was able to take Detroit for so many years.

[@wolfgang8260]

I remember being high school when Stafford was drafted by the Lions, knew he was going to be a good long term player! That Cleveland game was his break out and most memorable play. I'm happy he won the Super Bowl for my team!

[@ptulip]

I am a Detroit native, rooted for the Lions my whole life. Then married a packer fan. Matthew Stafford is talented. He never whined once while in Detroit about anything. Always gave huge best. Gave a huge thank-you to the city when he left. Class act and I wouldn't mind if he won a Super Bowl someday, right after that Packers win another with Aaron. Now the people in Detroit, some didn't think he was a very good QB, but he was. He just didn't have all the pieces surrounding him. Now he does in LA. Good for him.

[@ptulip]

I might get my wish this year.

[@NoahJ-bird]

This man deserves a ring

[@sarahgledhill298]

Seriously! That family means soo much to Detroit; they are humble, philanthropic people. Such an example to the community! Hope the best for you this superbowl!

[@livingroomcinema1987]

Packers fan. Been a fan of Stafford since Day 1.

[@christinab9808]

People think that people like the Staffords never go through anything. Shows you how much they know!

[@georgiaguardian4696]

One of the best American couples/families ever. Beautiful.

[@gbossaboy]

Lion's fan for literally 60 years now and I couldn't be happier for Stafford. Oh, yeah, now I'm a Ram's fan too.

[@steveTGO]

Mathew Stafford is an NFL great, he is and has been a top 5 NFL Quarterback since he started. I am a diehard Lions fan, but, I hate how the organization wasted the careers of other greats, like Barry Sanders and Calvin Johnson, I'm just glad that Stafford got out before it's too late. The Rams franchise and their fans are going to LOVE Mathew Stafford, he is going to be a serious upgrade to their Quarterback position. I honestly believe that the Rams, with Stafford under center, are immediate Superbowl contenders.

[@bamafan762]

Complete Class Act!! Always has been. Huge fan!!!!

[@MarloSoBalJr]

Seeing how successful he has been this just proves the Lions organization is just a full-on circus. Detroit as a city & fanbase doesn't deserve that damn Ford Family screwing them. Staffords have a strong footing

[@nickbieri9363]

We love you Matt & Kelly! Good luck in the superbowl!

[@HunterLo25]

huge Packers fan but I've always loved Stafford. That Super Bowl was extremely well deserved. Congrats Matthew.

[@aaacars1297]

What a beautiful story. Happy that everything is good for Matthew and his family. Time to win the Super Bowl. Rams made the best move ever. USA 🇺🇸

[@kensnedegar5925]

That was a great story a true one I see Michael Stafford's has a strong and fighting wife fought for her life and he's a fighter and fights for life they make a great couple that's why they're so strong both together make each other even stronger God bless them

[@jasonderulo7288]

There cannot be a person in this world that doesn’t like Stafford

[@commonsenseisntcommon1776]

Whoopie Goldberg

[@donaldshrader9609]

Oh their is. Not me though. Miss him here in Detroit. But,I'm proud of him leaving to get to his goal on a better team. 👏

[@MorganeWelsh]

Watchin this the morning after… ❤️ I may be a Patriots fan, no one deserves that ring more than Stafford and the Rams This is why I love football

[@danielwade1978]

Oh wow. How can you not tear up with this story? ✊❤️🙏

[@SULLY937]

Great teammate even greater father amazing QB what else could you ask for🙏🏾

[@seanarriffic]

Great guy and family! Lions fan for life but will always follow Matt's career.