Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford overcame a serious back injury in 2025 that almost sidelined him for the start of the season.
Rams coach Sean McVay said the team considered placing Stafford on temporary injured reserve after he missed the first month of training camp. The quarterback did not practice until August 18, following the team's July 22 report date, McVay revealed on the Bussin' With The Boys podcast. McVay noted the team was nervous Stafford might miss the opener and discussed the option to avoid pressure on a recovery timeline.
