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Matthew Stafford’s Epidural Puts Him on Week-to-Week Tag as Rams Lean on Garoppolo

Los Angeles delays Stafford’s full return to practice with a Week 1 start against Houston in sight.

Jul 29, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) and quarterbacks coach Dave Ragone look on as quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (11) participates in drills during training camp at Loyola Marymount University. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Stafford underwent an epidural on Aug 4 to manage an aggravated spinal disc and has been designated week-to-week by the Rams.
  • He has yet to take first-team reps in training camp as Los Angeles delays his full return to live practices.
  • Backup Jimmy Garoppolo has stepped into first-team reps, giving the offense continuity while Stafford rehabs.
  • The Rams remain optimistic Stafford will be ready to start in Week 1 at home against the Texans on Sept 7.
  • With Davante Adams signed and Cooper Kupp departed, the Rams’ revamped passing attack now hinges on Stafford’s ability to stay healthy.