Ty Burrell: From Modern Family To Bleeding Blue And Gold With The La Rams

Ty Burrell's Journey to Becoming a Die-Hard LA Rams Fan

It's not just glitz and glam in Hollywood – some celebrities are all about that pigskin passion. Enter Ty Burrell, the beloved 'Modern Family' star, who has taken his fandom for the Los Angeles Rams to legendary levels, making his passion an open secret across the SoCal region. This isn't just a casual fan story; his love affair with the Rams has a uniquely personal twist.

Burrell's Rams journey kicked off in the vibrant Oregon wilderness where he grew up. "I grew up in Oregon, but my dad’s family was from Los Angeles," shared Burrell during a chat on Mad Dog Sports Radio. "They would send us in the mail Rams stuff, Rams hats... We lived in the woods, we had three channels... but luckily for us... We would catch Niners vs. Rams. And that was enough." This sentiment blossomed into an obsession, culminating in his participation in the 2014 NFL Draft, where Burrell handed the Rams jersey over to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.

“I just became one of the guys that would subscribe to the Rams newsletter, and it was called ‘Rampages.’ It goes through the draft, it goes through all that stuff. Just obsessed over that team. Now, it’s just amazing to have them back in Los Angeles.” – Ty Burrell

From St. Louis to Hollywood: A Loyal Fan's Journey

Burrell didn't waver in his support as the team relocated to St. Louis; his fandom remained steadfast. A true superfan, he even attended the Rams' first game back in Los Angeles in 2016, though Hollywood commitments like the Emmys sometimes called him away early. Most notably, he shared his passion with Nolan Gould, his on-screen son, at a Rams game, displaying that classic LA love for mixing business with pleasure.

While Burrell passionately roots for the Rams, his 'Modern Family' co-star Eric Stonestreet stands by his Kansas City Chiefs, setting the stage for some playful banter between the two. The Rams fandom in Tinseltown is vibrant, featuring names like rapper Kendrick Lamar, Terry Crews, and Bryan Cranston who are equally enthralled by the team.

Rams' Roaring Ambitions with Matthew Stafford

On the field, the Rams are making bold moves, locking in superstar QB Matthew Stafford with a fresh one-year, $55 million extension, loaded with incentives. This pact ensures Stafford's place in LA until at least the 2027 season, with a potential payout matching that of the Dallas Cowboys' Dak Prescott.

ESPN's Adam Schefter reported the news on social media: "Reigning NFL MVP Matthew Stafford and the Rams reached an agreement today on a one-year, $55 million extension worth up to $60 million with incentives. Stafford now has two years and up to $105 million remaining on his deal with the Rams." With such moves, the Rams are serious contenders for another Super Bowl run, and fans like Burrell are already buzzing with anticipation for another championship season, perhaps manifesting that triumph under the warm California sun.