NeutralRoleSun, July 26, 2026
Stafford managing degenerative back with limited camp reps; MVP despite missing 2025 camp.
Matthew StaffordQB
Reigning NFL MVP managing a degenerative back issue through structured workload management; Rams have implemented four-day training camp blocks where Stafford practices only on days 2-3 while resting on days 1-4. This approach mirrors his 2025 season when he missed all of training camp before winning MVP, suggesting the team believes he doesn't require extensive practice reps. Stafford will not participate in the team's first practice on Sunday.
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The plan for Simpson is to sit and learn behind Stafford for as long as the reigning MVP continues to play. Stafford manages a degenerative back issue. The Rams have broken training camp into four-day blocks where Stafford will practice on the second and third days while resting on the first and fourth days.
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- Reigning NFL MVP managing a degenerative back issue through structured workload management; Rams have implemented four-day training camp blocks where Stafford practices only on days 2-3 while resting on days 1-4. This approach mirrors his 2025 season when he missed all of training camp before winning MVP, suggesting the team believes he doesn't require extensive practice reps. Stafford will not participate in the team's first practice on Sunday.
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