Overview

• Williams arrived at Loyola Marymount University on July 22 and committed to full participation even if his extension isn’t completed by the season opener.
• Negotiations between Williams, agent Drew Rosenhaus and the Rams have progressed since OTAs but have yet to bridge remaining differences on a long-term deal.
• The coaching staff is zeroing in on minor technical areas—blitz pickups, ball security and timing—to ensure Williams can sustain a three-down workload.
• Matthew Stafford skipped early camp drills with a sore back that Sean McVay says should not affect his availability for the regular season.
• Williams’s offseason regimen included hiring a personal chef and adding grip-strength training to boost energy and reduce fumbles.