Overview

• Matthew Stafford missed most of camp with an aggravated disc, returned to full-team work on Aug. 18, and will be monitored into the season.
• Sean McVay says the club will gauge Stafford’s post-practice response each day rather than rushing him to full workload.
• Davante Adams arrives as the primary receiver alongside Puka Nacua, giving Los Angeles a potential boost in downfield and third‑down efficiency.
• Protection and defense are swing factors, with LT Alaric Jackson set for his first full practice after blood‑clot treatment, RT Rob Havenstein coming off shoulder surgeries, and a young pass rush tasked with covering secondary concerns.
• Jimmy Garoppolo remains the insurance option at quarterback, and outside projections speculate the Rams could explore a long‑term successor next offseason if durability issues persist.