No Special Treatment”: Kelly Stafford Shares How Matthew Stafford’s Daughters Keep Him Humble With Hilarious Stories
Matthew Stafford may be a Super Bowl-winning quarterback with a stellar NFL track record, but at home? He’s simply dad. And as his wife, Kelly Stafford, points out, their daughters aren’t too concerned with how many touchdowns he throws—or if he throws any at all.
While speaking on The Morning After podcast, Kelly told a funny yet touching story that perfectly reflects life in their household.
“He could’ve tossed nine interceptions, they wouldn’t notice. They don’t care. That’s their dad. They pull him out of any high or low. Honestly, he comes in feeling great. They’re like, ‘Hey, daddy, I pooped in the toilet.’ He’s like, ‘Awesome. Did you flush?’”
It’s obvious that for Matthew Stafford, home is more than a place to relax—it’s his ultimate reality check. No matter what takes place on the field, he returns to a house full of noise, potty-training reports, and a total lack of star treatment.
The Los Angeles Rams quarterback might have millions tuning in to watch him each Sunday, but it’s the four little girls waiting for him at home who keep his ego in balance. They remind him that while football is his profession, it’s family that keeps him grounded.
This candid glimpse from Kelly Stafford doesn’t just make Matthew Stafford relatable. It reveals how parenting, humor, and perspective allow the Staffords to stay steady—even in a league that never takes a break.
Though Matthew Stafford continues to be one of the NFL’s most admired quarterbacks, Kelly admits she wouldn’t mind if he decided to retire—and she has her reasons.
On The Morning After podcast, Kelly shared her thoughts on him stepping away from the game. Her words were lighthearted, but her meaning was clear:
“Not vomiting every Sunday in the fall. Oh, and just having more time with him while raising these (not so) little ones.”
For Kelly, it’s not about leaving the fame behind. It’s about having her husband home beyond the offseason, and raising their four daughters together for all the small, chaotic, and unforgettable moments.