Matthew Stafford , quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams , won the NFL MVP award for the 2025 season , announced at the 2026 NFL Honors ceremony.

Who won the MVP?

  • Winner: Matthew Stafford (QB, Los Angeles Rams)
  • Season: 2025 NFL season
  • Announced: February 5, 2026, at NFL Honors in Las Vegas.

Stafford edged out New England Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye in one of the closest MVP votes in over two decades, becoming the oldest first‑time MVP in NFL history at age 37.

Quick snapshot of the race

Player| Team| MVP status
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Matthew Stafford| Los Angeles Rams (QB)| MVP winner 15
Drake Maye| New England Patriots (QB)| Runner‑up 19
Justin Herbert| Los Angeles Chargers (QB)| Also received first‑place votes 1

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