The Los Angeles Rams are facing a lot of uncertainty when it comes to veteran star quarterback Matthew Stafford. He has missed practice and preseason action due to a back injury that has been ailing him.

Rams Receive Matthew Stafford News Amid Training Camp Absences originally appeared on Athlon Sports. NFL training camp has been in full swing since the end of July for the Los Angeles Rams, but two-time Pro Bowl quarterback Matthew Stafford has been noticeably absent.

It’s also the beginning of a year-long chance for players to build their résumé ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, which is set for April 23-25 in Pittsburgh. Of note, Texas redshirt sophomore quarterback Arch Manning is not included due to a lack of sample size and the belief that he’ll return to school for the 2026 season.

On the surface, Monday’s news regarding Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was positive. He practiced. He looked good. But there’s still a lingering mystery regarding his status. The transcript of coach Sean McVay’s press conference says it all. In scattered but unmistakable words peppered throughout his comments.

Sean McVay has drafted one QB during his tenure with the Rams, whose title hopes hinge on the balky back of 37-year-old Matthew Stafford.