The Los Angeles Rams have so far downplayed Matthew Stafford's ongoing absence from training camp. Head coach Sean McVay recently said the quarterback is "progressing well" from back soreness. It turns out the 37-year-old has a little bit more than "soreness,

Stafford has dealt with his share of injuries over the last few seasons. He's missed 11 regular-season games with varying injuries including a thumb sprain, spinal cord bruise, and a concussion since joining the Rams in 2021.

Veteran NFL quarterback Matthew Stafford is hopeful that he will still start Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season when the Los Angeles Rams return to the field.