LA Rams Star Matthew Stafford Sparks Discussion After This Interaction with His Kids on the Field – Video

Matthew Stafford captured attention with a heartwarming moment shared with his family on the sidelines before the Los Angeles Rams’ NFL Wild Card game against the Minnesota Vikings at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The video of the moment sparked mixed reactions online.

The wild card game initially scheduled at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, was relocated to Arizona due to ongoing wildfires in Southern California.

In the touching footage, Matthew was seen kneeling to hug and kiss his four daughters — twins Sawyer and Chandler, Hunter, and Tyler. He even let his youngest, Tyler, try on his football helmet before exchanging a sweet kiss with his wife, Kelly, and heading back to the field.

Netizens took to social media to share their thoughts on the video. Some questioned the timing of Matthew’s interaction with his family, “Needs to be focused..u can do that after the game lol [sic].”

Others referenced reports of the Stafford family’s recent health issues. “I thought the family was all sick with the flu and had moved out of the house so Matthew wouldn’t get sick? Now they all kiss germs all over him?” one user wrote.

Another skeptical viewer added, “So a day ago his kids are in the emergency room, hooked up to IV’s [sic] but they are on the sidelines tonight??? Sounds like a great way to avoid germs and heal!!! 🤔🤔🤔”

Another remarked, “Oh good they are out of the hospital!” More netizens praised Matthew Stafford for the heartwarming moment, highlighting their appreciation for seeing the human side of athletes.

Others admired his devotion to family, calling the interaction adorable and commending him for being a good family man. Some applauded his balance between preparing for a big game and prioritizing family, while others noted how the moment would create lasting memories for his children.

This moment aligns with a tradition for Stafford, who often embraces his family before games. Similar heartfelt scenes were captured in January 2024 and December 2023, highlighting his effort to prioritize family amidst his demanding NFL career.

The Stafford family’s appearance on the field followed a health scare earlier. On January 11, Kelly shared details on her Instagram Story about her children’s illness during a family trip to Arizona.

Posting a photo of two of her daughters in a hospital bed, Kelly wrote, “Last night was long. Back in beds and sleeping, everyone except Hunter. Feels like she drank a Celsius.”

In a separate update, Kelly shared a photo of the family walking with Matthew, highlighting how excited the children had been to join their father on his work trip before their health scare unfolded.

Although Kelly didn’t share many details about the hospitalization, she posted updates showing the family together and in better health. She shared a video on her Instagram Story of her daughters riding a bus with their close companion. One of the kids could be seen holding a medical mask for oxygen.

“We made it on the bus,” Kelly wrote on the clip, suggesting relief after the ordeal.

Later, Kelly posted a video showing people crossing the street, many holding brooms and cleaning tools. The text overlay read, “LA COMING TOGETHER,” accompanied by prayer hand emojis, emphasizing community unity.

At the bottom, Kelly added “Back home” with three red heart emojis, indicating that the family had returned to Los Angeles.

As Matthew and Kelly Stafford move forward from a challenging week, their story resonates with fans as a testament to resilience and the enduring importance of family.