CINCINNATI - Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford has become the second quarterback in NFL history to have seven straight 4,000-yard seasons.
With a 14-yard pass to Kenny Golladay in the second quarter, Stafford went over 4,000 yards this season, breaking a tie with Peyton Manning and Matt Ryan, who each had six straight 4,000-yard seasons. Ryan could join Stafford later this year if he reaches the 4,000-yard barrier.
The only player who has thrown for more than seven straight 4,000-yard seasons is Drew Brees, who has hit over 4,000 yards every year from 2006 to 2016 and entered Sunday 150 yards from another 4,000-yard season.