The X-rays on Matthew Stafford’s surgically repaired right thumb were negative, an existential quarterback crisis mercifully averted, but Rams coach Sean McVay still wanted to play it safe with his newly acquired signal caller. But when the Rams opened practice on Tuesday, Stafford emerged in full pads and red quarterback jersey, with no intention of sitting out a single snap. The Rams, trusting their new veteran, obliged, allowing him to practice without limitation. The prognosis proved a major sigh of relief for the Rams, many of whom were collectively holding their breath. Although he was able to gut out practice Tuesday, Stafford didn’t look nearly as sharp as he had over the previous week.

Source: Los Angeles Times August 04, 2021 02:37 UTC