US EditionRams QB Matthew Stafford Expected to Return to Practice Next Week
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, AUG 6 – Stafford received epidural injections for a spine disc injury and is being monitored week-to-week for readiness against the Houston Texans, Rams say.
- Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is coping with a worsened disc issue and has undergone an epidural injection to manage the discomfort as of August 2025.
- Stafford missed the first five practices due to back soreness, shifted to week-to-week status, and consulted a spine specialist amid cautious team management.
- Head coach Sean McVay and the Rams maintain confidence that Stafford will recover in time to start the season opener scheduled for September 7 versus the Texans.
- At 37 years old and entering his 17th NFL season, Stafford has faced multiple injuries before and aims to maintain performance, but back injuries remain significant challenges.
- Backup quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo leads the team in training camp and may start if Stafford cannot, but the Rams intend to have Stafford as their primary starter.
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