Sean McVay knows the Los Angeles Rams will need to be healthy for the regular season, and with Matthew Stafford’s recent issue, expectations are high for him to be ready by Week 1. Based on the head coach’s latest comments, that appears to be the case.
“It was great. He looked awesome,” McVay said of Stafford’s workout today. “He was able to activate all parts of the field. He looked strong, he looked sturdy. It was a very good step in the right direction and he looked like the guy we’re accustomed to seeing.”
If McVay’s assessment is accurate, Stafford is likely moving past the back issue reported just over a week ago — a concern that had left the Rams in a precarious spot without their starting quarterback.
Who Could Replace Stafford If He Doesn’t Fully Recover?
The Rams have options in the quarterback room in case Matthew Stafford can’t start the first few weeks of the 2025 NFL season. A top choice is Jimmy Garoppolo, a veteran who has played for multiple teams and has experience in the playoffs.
Jimmy Garoppolo #11 of the Los Angeles Rams looks on before the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on November 03, 2024.
While Stafford is dealing with a back issue, the team has been cautiously managing his health, and head coach Sean McVay has stated he would be ready for Week 1 if it were a regular season game week.
Who Is the Rams’ First Opponent of the Season?
The Los Angeles Rams will open their season at home against the Houston Texans. The team is scheduled to play the game at SoFi Stadium. This will be the first of two consecutive home games for the Rams to start the year.
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