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Rams Designate Stafford Week-to-Week Following Back Epidural

The team is pairing specialist treatment with limited individual workouts to preserve Stafford’s health ahead of opening day.

Overview

  • Head coach Sean McVay confirmed Stafford’s week-to-week status, sidelining him for team drills and joint practices with the Cowboys and Chargers.
  • Stafford has seen spine specialist Dr. Robert Watkins multiple times and received an epidural injection for an aggravated disc.
  • His maintenance regimen includes static throws, treadmill walking, light cardio and core exercises to avoid setbacks.
  • Backups Jimmy Garoppolo and Stetson Bennett have taken first- and second-team snaps to sustain offensive preparation in camp.
  • Rams insiders report zero panic and expect Stafford to start the Sept. 7 season opener against the Houston Texans if he continues to progress.