Who are Matthew Stafford’s Parents? Meet the Super Bowl LVI winning QB’s support system, John and Margaret Stafford
Learn all about NFL QB Matthew Stafford's parents, John and Margaret Stafford, who inspired him to follow his dreams.
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John Matthew Stafford aka Matthew Stafford, the well-known face of the NFL, has family roots in Dallas, Texas. As a quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams, he showcased his exceptional abilities and helped his team win Super Bowl LVI at SoFI Stadium in California. Stafford became the fastest player in NFL history to reach 40,000 passing yards and ranks among the top 20 for most pass attempts in total career games.
Matt Stafford was selected as the first overall draft pick in 2009 by the Detroit Lions, where he remained the team’s starting quarterback until the 2020 season. During his time with the Lions, he led the team to the playoffs for the first time since 1999 and earned Pro Bowl honors.
In 2021, Stafford was traded to the Rams and continued to impress with his gameplay, leading the team to Super Bowl LVI. He holds impressive NFL records, such as being the first player to complete 60% or more of his passes in every game during a season (2015) and having the most fourth-quarter comebacks in a single season (eight in 2016).
Throughout his NFL journey, Matthew Stafford’s parents have been supportive and instrumental in his success. This article sheds light on their life and how they have nurtured this football player’s career even before his NFL draft.
Who are Matthew Stafford’s parents?
John and Margaret Stafford are the lovely parents of NFL QB Matthew Stafford. Stafford was born in Tampa, Florida, U.S. on February 7th, 1988. John lived with his father in Georgia while he attended the University of Georgia as an assistant school football coach.
Stafford’s parents have been constantly showing him the path he needed to realize his dreams. Highland Park product’s star stature has much to owe to his lovely parents.
Where do Matthew Stafford’s parents live?
QB Stafford’s parents are said to living with their son in Los Angeles, California. The QB owns a property in Bloomfield Michigan which he bought in 2021 and since then, the whole family is living under a single roof.
This lakefront property was purchased by Stafford for around $6 million. Needless to say, the Randy Allen-trained American football quarterback has come a long way from his Highland Park High School days.
What did Matthew Stafford’s parents do for a living?
John and Margaret Stafford have been the utmost support system to Matthew Stafford on his journey. His father John Stafford has been an athlete too in his young days. However, swimming was his ultimate sport and Florida State University has witnessed some fine swimming skills from John Stafford.
Later, after graduating, he pursued his career as a graduate assistant coach at the University of Georgia and further with Bolles as a head coach and later with Florida State. However, the current occupation of John Stafford is unknown.
Stafford’s mother, Margaret Stafford has been immensely supportive of her son’s career. She is often in attendance of his NFL game. However, little is known about professional life.
What is the estimated net worth of Matthew Stafford’s parents?
The net worth of the lovely parents of the QB is unknown. However, their son has a net worth of $85 million, which he gathered mostly from his NFL contracts.
Stafford has given the dream life to his parents and his wife and kids. Even to this day, his parents continue to be important members in his life.
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