Matthew Stafford: The story of our loss to the Panthers was me throwing to their team

Matthew Stafford: The story of our loss to the Panthers was me throwing to their team

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Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is focused on reducing turnovers as he prepares to face the Panthers in the playoffs. In a previous Week 13 matchup against the Panthers, Stafford threw two interceptions and lost a fumble, contributing to a 31-28 loss. Stafford acknowledges the importance of avoiding turnovers to improve the Rams' chances of winning. He notes that both teams have undergone changes since their last encounter, with key players returning from injuries. Notably, Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn, who missed the previous game due to a concussion, is expected to strengthen Carolina's defense. Stafford highlights the challenge posed by the Panthers' secondary, praising their cornerbacks as among the best in the league.

Originally by https://www.nbcsports.com/authors/michael-david-smithon January 7, 2026
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