Matthew Stafford entered the Rams vs. Panthers matchup as one of the most efficient quarterbacks in the league. He had thrown only two interceptions all season. By early in the second quarter, he had already matched that total with two sudden turnovers that caught everyone off guard.
The shift was jarring, especially considering the streak of clean football Stafford had maintained for weeks. The interceptions halted the offensive rhythm Los Angeles carried into the game and immediately changed the tone around Stafford’s performance.
Fans on the internet are stunned that a quarterback who had been nearly mistake-free for months suddenly ran into trouble. Many can’t wrap their head around how he could have two interceptions in a nearly flawless season, which can now potentially ruin his MVP chances.
“Stafford when he’s about to win MVP,” a fan posted with a Jarrett Allen quote, “The lights were brighter than expected.”
Stafford when he’s about to win MVP pic.twitter.com/gpHIgKikHl
— Tiger Chief 🐯🏆 (@tigerchief15) November 30, 2025
“Yikes he’s now doubled his INTs for the season. Can’t have the panthers win this one if you’re cheering for the Cowboys to make it to the playoffs,” a fan wrote.
“Mathew Stafford trying to read an NFL defense,” a fan posted with a hilarious Floyd Mayweather meme.
“After 10 weeks of not throwing an interception, Stafford throws picks on back to back drives,” a fan wrote.
“Stafford when he’s not playing in a dome,” a fan wrote.
“Lol, Stafford is wetting the bed when he finally faced a legit defense with good corners,” a fan wrote.
Despite the turnovers, Stafford’s larger body of work this season still stands out. He came into this game with 30 passing touchdowns, only two interceptions, and over 2,800 yards. At halftime, Stafford was 12 for 19, 167 yards with two TDs and two interceptions. The Rams lead 21-17.
Matthew Stafford Broke Tom Brady’s Record
Before the interceptions, Stafford made NFL history. On the Rams’ opening drive, he threw his 28th consecutive touchdown pass without an interception. That streak set a new league record, breaking the previous mark of 27 held by Tom Brady.
The streak showcased the level Stafford had been playing at throughout 2025. He avoided turnovers for weeks while continuing to put up strong touchdown numbers. The combination of volume and precision made it one of the most impressive efficiency runs ever recorded by an NFL quarterback.
Matthew Stafford now has thrown an NFL record 28 straight touchdown passes without an interception. pic.twitter.com/BReWZHkQZt
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 30, 2025
Stafford’s year remains one of his most complete efforts. His touchdown production, low giveaway rate, and command of the Rams’ offense have kept Los Angeles in the playoff race.
Today’s interceptions were unexpected, and the timing could not have been stranger, coming minutes after he secured one of the biggest milestones of his career.
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