Matthew Stafford

Week 16 at New York Jets

The rain was largely the story of the Rams-49ers last week, as neither team could get anything going until the fourth quarter when the heaviest rain stopped. Matt Stafford was 16-for-27 for 160 yards and had no touchdowns or interceptions, which is probably the most impressive stat given the driving rain.

With the Rams on the road in New York, the weather might be drier but much colder.
That won't impact anything, especially not with the Jets ranking 31st aFPA against quarterbacks, but it still isn't the cozy dome the Rams play in at home. Stafford is a mid-end QB2 this week and is an easy start in superflex, but in standard leagues you likely have better options.

Week 14 vs Buffalo Bills

It was an ugly week for Matthew Stafford against the lowly Saints defense. He was a massive letdown in a week everyone back to him in season-long and DFS. He finished with just 183 yards and 2 touchdowns on 24 passing attempts.

The Bills are 3rd aFPA against quarterbacks, so even with a healthy offensive line and receiving corps, this isn't a good spot for Stafford. Given the bye weeks, Stafford is in play for superflex leagues, but in standard leagues you can look elsewhere.

Week 12 vs. Philadelphia Eagles

With Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp both healthy, Matthew Stafford really does have a significantly higher ceiling than we have been used to without one or both of them. That said, the Eagles' secondary is a big step up from the Patriots. They've done a great job shutting down seemingly everyone lately.

Even with the bye weeks, Stafford is just QB15 this week. The Eagles are 2nd aFPA against quarterbacks and the matchup has been brutal. This is a stay-away in standard leagues, but you may not have another option in superflex.