"This offseason, Matthew Stafford missed nearly the entire first month of training camp due to a back injury. However, Stafford has been a full participant at practice since August 18. On Monday, NFL insider Adam Schefter announced that Matthew Stafford is expected to start Week 1 for the Rams. They are at home on September 7 to face the Houston Texans."
"Veteran QB Matthew Stafford missed time this preseason due to an aggravated disk in his back. The 37-year-old is key to the Rams' success in 2025. If he missed time due to injury, Los Angeles would take a major step back on offense. Head coach Sean McVay cannot afford for that to happen. That's why the team let Matthew Stafford take his time to recover from a back injury."
"Since August 18, Stafford has been a full participant in practice. On Monday, McVay told reporters that Stafford will participate in a full week of practice leading up to their first game on September 7. Barring a major setback, expect to see Matthew Stafford in Week 1 for Los Angeles. This offseason, Stafford received an epidural injection to help alleviate pain in his back."
Matthew Stafford enters his 17th NFL season and fifth with the Rams. Stafford missed nearly the first month of training camp with a back injury but has been a full participant in practice since August 18. Sean McVay and NFL reports indicate Stafford is expected to start the Week 1 opener at home against the Houston Texans on September 7. Stafford received an epidural this offseason to manage back pain. The 37-year-old started 16 games in 2024, leading the Rams to the NFC West, and remains central to Los Angeles' offensive outlook in 2025.
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