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Rams Keep Stafford Out of Practice as Back Recovery Faces New Test

A planned Saturday workout will determine if his aggravated disc responds to recent treatments before Week 1.

Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams calls a play during the third quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at SoFi Stadium on October 22, 2023 in Inglewood, California.
Aug 9, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford watches from the sidelines during the first half against the Dallas Cowboys at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images/ File Photo
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Overview

  • Stafford sat out Thursday’s joint practice with the Saints after feeling discomfort in a recent throwing session, marking his second straight week without drills.
  • He has undergone an epidural injection and hyperbaric recovery treatments under a cautious, week-to-week rehab plan overseen by spine specialists.
  • The Rams have scheduled another high-volume throwing workout for Saturday at their Carson facility to assess pain tolerance and functional progress.
  • With Stafford sidelined, Stetson Bennett IV is logging live reps in preseason action while Jimmy Garoppolo remains the designated emergency starter.
  • Coach Sean McVay reiterated that the aim remains to have Stafford available for the Sept. 7 opener and downplayed trade speculation involving Kirk Cousins.