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Stafford to Undergo Second Back Test as Rams Gauge Week 1 Readiness

Sean McVay scheduled a Saturday session to assess whether non-surgical treatments have strengthened Stafford’s back ahead of the Sept. 7 opener

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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.
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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

Overview

  • Stafford has missed all training camp practices with an aggravated disc and will test his back during a diagnostic workout Saturday.
  • A private session of 68 throws last weekend produced a setback that canceled his planned return to on-field drills.
  • The Rams have administered an epidural injection and used hyperbaric therapy while ruling out surgery for now.
  • With Stafford sidelined, Jimmy Garoppolo is being held out of preseason games as the emergency starter and Stetson Bennett has taken live reps.
  • Offensive inconsistencies in a joint practice with the New Orleans Saints have raised concerns about timing as the Rams chase a Week 1 target.