Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams came very close to defeating the Philadelphia Eagles last season in the playoffs. That’s why Sean McVay’s team is one of the favorites to reach the Super Bowl.
Despite losing one of their stars in Cooper Kupp, the Rams found the perfect replacement in Davante Adams, who will form an explosive duo alongside Puka Nacua. Although it’s still hard to tell, this could be the key upgrade to contend for the championship.
Additionally, the defense is one of the most promising in the NFL due to its very young average age. However, in concerning news, the Rams could lose one of their stars due to injury.
Who got injured with Rams?
Matthew Stafford just got injured with the Rams, and that has raised alarms in Los Angeles. According to a report from Ian Rapoport, there’s no full certainty that the quarterback will be ready for the opener against the Houston Texans.
“Sources: Rams QB Matthew Stafford is dealing with an aggravated disc and has received an epidural to help him deal with it. Los Angeles has called him week-to-week, being cautious, but with plans for him to be ready for Week 1.”
This means it’s very likely that Stafford will miss the entire preseason with the Rams in order to be fully ready for Week 1. The good news is that Sean McVay seems very comfortable even in a potential emergency scenario.
Who is the backup for the Rams?
Jimmy Garoppolo is the backup quarterback for the Rams. In that same report, Rapoport mentions that, given Stafford’s possible injury, Sean McVay is very confident in the former San Francisco 49ers player.
“The Rams remain confident that Matthew Stafford will be ready to begin the regular season. But as was clear during yesterday’s joint practice with the Cowboys, they love what Jimmy Garoppolo brings as his backup.”