Kelly Stafford, the wife of NFL quarterback Matthew Stafford, recently responded to the reactions and criticisms surrounding her revelation about dating one of Matthew’s teammates during their college years at the University of Georgia. The story, which Kelly shared on the Off the Vine podcast, detailed how she dated Matthew’s backup quarterback to make him jealous during a rocky period in their relationship.
The revelation led to significant backlash on social media, with many fans criticizing her for publicizing aspects of her past that some deemed embarrassing for her family.
Comments ranged from calling her actions questionable to expressing concern about the potential impact on her husband and children.
Kelly clarified her intentions in subsequent interviews, explaining that the decision to date Matthew’s teammate was not premeditated but developed as a reaction to their complicated college relationship.
She noted that she felt compelled to move on because Matthew did not initially want a serious relationship, leading her to date someone who was the complete opposite of him.
Despite the backlash, Kelly emphasized that these experiences were part of their journey and growth as a couple. She and Matthew, who have been married since 2015 and have four children, have navigated various challenges together, including Kelly’s postpartum struggles, which she has also discussed openly on her podcast.
