Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay has confirmed that Matthew Stafford will be the starting quarterback for the team’s Week 1 game against the Houston Texans. Despite concerns over Stafford’s health due to a back injury, McVay expressed confidence in the veteran’s readiness for the season opener.
Stafford missed all of training camp due to an aggravated disc in his back and received an epidural injection to alleviate the pain. He wasn’t a full practice participant until August 18, but since his return, he has not experienced any setbacks. McVay praised Stafford’s performance during the most recent practice, stating,