John Matthew Stafford is known for his career as an NFL quarterback and for placing great importance on family, relationships, and friends. Throughout his life, he has balanced a demanding career with meaningful bonds, often sharing how important these ties are to his happiness and stability.

Family and Early Life

Matthew Stafford was born on February 7, 1988, in Tampa, Florida, to John and Margaret Stafford. He grew up in a supportive environment alongside his sister, Page. The family later moved to Dallas, Texas, where Matthew attended Highland Park High School.

His upbringing fostered a commitment to both academics and sports. Stafford’s strong foundation at home made it possible for him to focus deeply on football and excel in school.

Matthew Stafford married Kelly Hall in April 2015. The two met at the University of Georgia where Kelly was a cheerleader. Her brother, Chad Hall, played football and later coached for the Buffalo Bills.

The couple tied the knot in Atlanta, surrounded by friends and loved ones. In 2017, Kelly and Matthew welcomed twin daughters, Chandler and Sawyer. Their children are biological.

Kelly Stafford is known for her work as a nurse and for being open about her health journey, including her battle with a brain tumor in 2019. The couple has often spoken about the support and unity within their family during difficult times.

Name	Relation	Birth Year
John Stafford	Father	Unknown
Margaret	Mother	Unknown
Page Stafford	Sister	Unknown
Kelly Hall	Wife	1990
Chandler	Daughter	2017
Sawyer	Daughter	2017

Friends Throughout the Years

Matthew Stafford has maintained several close friendships from both his personal life and career in football. One of his most well-known friendships is with Clayton Kershaw, the Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher. They met as children in Dallas and played on the same youth baseball teams.

Their friendship continued through high school at Highland Park, where they both played sports and encouraged each other to work hard. The two have supported each other’s careers in the NFL and MLB.

Stafford’s NFL career has also brought him friendships with teammates such as Calvin Johnson. Johnson and Stafford worked together as a quarterback-receiver duo for the Detroit Lions, creating a strong bond on and off the field.

These friendships have been built on mutual respect and shared experiences, both in high-pressure situations and everyday life. They reflect loyalty and an understanding of what it means to support, and be supported by, friends.

Name	Known Since	Profession
Clayton Kershaw	Childhood	Baseball Player
Calvin Johnson	2009	Football Player