Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is tough to trust in fantasy football ahead of his Week 3 matchup against the Philadephia Eagles. While Stafford is a talented veteran who is able to rack up touchdowns and limit turnovers in the Rams' offense, he'll face his toughest test of the season this week in the Eagles. Philadelphia has allowed the ninth-fewest fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks, limiting Patrick Mahomes II to 187 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. While a negative game script could work in Stafford's favor, the tough matchup and the quarterback's lack of rushing upside drop him to the low-end QB2 range this week. He's only worth starting in 2QB or superflex leagues.
Sep 20, 2025 11:17 AM EST
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford completed 23 of his 33 pass attempts for 298 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception during Sunday's Week 2 win over the Tennessee Titans. The veteran signal caller was quite productive on the road, finishing just a couple of yards away from a 300-yard, two-touchdown performance. He put together this dominant showing despite Los Angeles leading for more than half the game. In a situation where some teams might run the ball more, Stafford was still given an opportunity to rack up passing yards. He also did so against a solid Titans pass defense that intercepted Bo Nix twice just one week earlier. Stafford's lack of rushing upside is unfortunate, but fantasy managers should rest assured that there's no concern about Los Angeles deviating from a pass-heavy approach while leading in future weeks. He's firmly in the mid-range QB2 conversation for Week 3 against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Sep 15, 2025 6:52 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is not a top fantasy option for Week 2 against the Tennessee Titans. Instead, he ranks as a low-end QB2. First of all, the Titans' passing defense showed major strides in Week 1, intercepting Bo Nix twice. This was the lone bright spot for a Tennessee team that struggled essentially everywhere else. Additionally, the Rams are favored to win, so they could adopt a run-heavy approach that aims to drain the clock. If so, we'll see fewer attempts from Stafford through the air. With a respectable matchup and potentially positive game script, Stafford, who lacks rushing upside, drops to the fringe top-24 range.
Sep 13, 2025 11:47 AM EST
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is healthy for the 2025 season, and he'll have some low-end fantasy appeal when he takes the field in Week 1 against the Houston Texans. While Stafford lacks the rushing upside needed to be a top fantasy quarterback, his strong and accurate arm puts him in the conversation as a starter in two-quarterback leagues. The Texans ranked near the middle of the league in most metrics against quarterbacks last year, although their 19 interceptions did rank second-most in the NFL. However, Stafford has a track record of playing clean, turnover-free football, so this matchup isn't a major concern. The presence of Puka Nacua and Davante Adams should elevate his game (and his fantasy production) in Week 1.
Sep 6, 2025 10:03 AM EST
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) was not listed on the team's official injury report Wednesday, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. The veteran signal caller missed most of camp, but he evidently had enough recovery time to be ready for the Rams' upcoming season opener against the Houston Texans. Stafford is less than two years removed from a Pro Bowl campaign in which he threw for 3,965 yards and 24 touchdowns with Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua at his disposal. His productivity dipped slightly last year, but he was still healthy for 16 games and led the Rams to a 10-win season. Heading into 2025, Stafford still has a strong group of weapons at his disposal, including Nacua and Davante Adams. Although he lacks rushing upside, his role in a strong passing offense gives him fantasy relevance as a mid-to-low QB2.
Sep 3, 2025 9:32 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) is expected to start in Week 1 this Sunday against the Houston Texans, according to head coach Sean McVay. An aggravated disc in Stafford's back caused him to miss most of training camp this summer, but he practiced in full last week and has been on track to play in the regular-season opener for a few weeks now. With that said, the 37-year-old veteran signal-caller may not be 100 percent early on and could be on the injury report during the week more often than not this year as the Rams try to keep him healthy for a full season. Stafford proved at the end of last year that he still has what it takes to lead the team deep into the postseason, but for fantasy purposes, he's a risky, low-end QB2 target because of injury concerns. In single-QB, 12-team leagues, Stafford will likely begin on the waiver wire.
Sep 1, 2025 4:32 PM EST
According to Sarah Barhop of ESPN, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) was seen participating in 11-on-11s during Monday's practice session. This is an excellent sign as the veteran quarterback has been dealing with a lingering back injury throughout most of training camp. Seeing Stafford continue to participate in full during the team's practice sessions suggests the 37-year-old may not be in danger of missing time during the regular season. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status in case he faces a setback. Last season, Stafford had a bit of a down season, throwing for just 3,762 yards and 20 scores. If Stafford were to face a setback and miss time in the regular season, Jimmy Garoppolo would slot in as the team's QB1.
Aug 25, 2025 2:36 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) has been a full participant at practice all week. When asked how Stafford has looked the last few days, McVay said, "He's looked like the stud we know." However, Stafford will not travel with the team to Cleveland for their preseason finale against the Browns on Saturday. The 37-year-old veteran has now practiced four straight days without restrictions and appears to be on track to be ready for the Week 1 regular-season opener on Sunday, Sept. 7, against the Houston Texans. He may not be 100% to begin the season, but it's good news for receivers Puka Nacua and Davonte Adams that Stafford should be on the field in Week 1. Expect Stafford to be limited early in the practice week next week. For fantasy purposes, he has become a low-end QB2 with injury risk.
Aug 21, 2025 5:13 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) is practicing again on Tuesday, according to Adam Grosbard of the Los Angeles Daily News. Stafford practiced for the first time at training camp this summer on Monday after recovering from an aggravated disc in his back. The 37-year-old was extremely limited and made only around 20 throws on Monday as the Rams ease him back in. Head coach Sean McVay said Stafford's workload is "a very fluid situation and demands flexibility." He almost certainly won't play in the preseason finale this Saturday against the Cleveland Browns, but the plan is to have him "upright" for the Week 1 regular-season opener on Sept. 7 against the Houston Texans. The Rams have been optimistic all along that Stafford will be ready for Week 1, although it sounds like he may not be 100%, making him an even riskier low-end QB2 selection in superflex fantasy leagues.
Aug 19, 2025 1:30 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) has returned to practice on Monday at training camp, according to Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team. The Rams never provided an update on Stafford's scheduled workout on Saturday before their second preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers, but apparently it went well, and the 37-year-old is practicing for the first time this summer after aggravating a disc issue in his back. Stafford will most likely be limited on Monday, though, and there's no timetable for when he might be a full-go. The Rams have remained optimistic that Stafford will be ready for the Week 1 regular-season opener. If he's not ready, Jimmy Garoppolo will start under center to begin the year. Stafford showed late last year that he can still take the Rams deep into the playoffs, but for fantasy purposes, he's a big injury risk as a low-end QB2.
Aug 18, 2025 12:51 PM EST
The Los Angeles Rams declined to comment on reports of quarterback Matthew Stafford's (back) possible workout Saturday morning. Stafford has been absent from training camp practices all summer due to disc aggravation in his back and has yet to appear in preseason action, leaving questions about his readiness for Week 1. Head coach Sean McVay is expected to provide clarity when he meets with the media Monday. Stetson Bennett IV started Saturday's preseason game against the Chargers in Stafford's place. The veteran remains the unquestioned starter when healthy, but at this stage of his career, he is best viewed as a two-quarterback or superflex-league option only.
Aug 16, 2025 8:07 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) will have another workout this Saturday before the team's second preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Sofi Stadium, according to head coach Sean McVay. The workout will be similar to the one he had last Saturday, Aug. 9. "Hopefully [his back] responds a little bit better," McVay said. "We're trying to get our hands around this as well, so I don't really have much more information other than think we're trying some different things that are hopefully going to be in alignment with getting him back out on the field." The 37-year-old looked good in last Saturday's workout and was supposed to practice for the first time on Monday, but that never happened. It sounds like his aggravated disc issue is more serious than previously though, although it's still unclear if it might affect his Week 1 availability. The longer he remains out of practice, though, the greater chances Stafford won't be ready for the regular-season opener.
Aug 14, 2025 4:31 PM EST
Sarah Barshop of ESPN says that Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) is not warming up with the other quarterbacks to start Tuesday's training camp practice. Stafford didn't have any limitations during a pre-game workout on Saturday before the preseason opener against the Dallas Cowboys and was expected to practice for the first time this summer on Monday. The Rams held the 37-year-old out on Monday, and it looks like Stafford is going to miss another practice as he deals with a disc aggravation in his back. The Rams are choosing to be "flexible and fluid" with Stafford, but the longer he goes without practicing, the more questions will arise as to whether he'll be 100% for the Week 1 regular-season opener. If for some reason Stafford's back injury lingers, Jimmy Garoppolo would run L.A.'s offense.
Aug 12, 2025 1:08 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay told reporters that quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) did not practice on Monday because he didn't feel well enough leading up to the session. McVay also noted that the team will be "flexible and fluid" with the situation surrounding their franchise cornerstone, erring on the side of caution instead of rushing him back. It's a concerning development, but it's the correct play for LA if Stafford isn't fully healthy. The 37-year-old should be ready to go come the start of the regular season. However, for the time being, fantasy managers should be vigilant in considering which draft slot they select Rams' skill players. Any missed time by Stafford would dent the value of running back Kyren Williams and wide receivers Davante Adams and Puka Nacua.
Aug 11, 2025 3:15 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) is in street clothes for Monday's training camp practice, even though the expectation was that he would return to practice to begin the week, according to Adam Grosbard of the Los Angeles Daily News. Stafford had no limitations during his workout on Saturday before the team's preseason opener against the Dallas Cowboys, and optimism was mounting that he would practice for the first time all summer on Monday. It doesn't appear to be the case, although Stafford could return any day now after being bothered by an aggravated disc in his back. When the 37-year-old veteran does get back on the field, it will likely be in individual drills at first. The Rams currently aren't worried that Stafford won't be ready for Week 1 of the regular season, but fantasy managers are getting more skeptical by the day.
Aug 11, 2025 12:51 PM EST
NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) will return to training camp practice on Monday. Stafford has not practiced at all this summer and was held out of the preseason opener on Saturday night against the Dallas Cowboys. The 37-year-old has been dealing with an aggravated disc in his back, but he was able to make around 60 throws before Saturday's contest, according to head coach Sean McVay. Stafford will now have a little under four weeks to prepare for the 2025 regular season as L.A.'s starting QB. He had no limitations with what he could do during his workout on Saturday, but the Rams will probably play it safe with Stafford as much as possible in practices going forward. Stafford can still sling it with the best of them, but injury concerns alone will make him a low-end QB2, at best, in fantasy leagues.
Aug 10, 2025 1:58 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay noted following the team's preseason win that quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) was not limited during his workout on Saturday. "Looking forward to progressing him back into practice on Monday," said McVay, who also reported Stafford looked "great." The 37-year-old veteran has been dealing with an aggravated disc in his back, but is progressing after an epidural and should rejoin the team following the weekend. It's excellent news for the Rams' signal-caller, who is entering his seventeenth professional season. While it's still a situation that bears observation, LA will likely be cautious while getting him back up to speed. Despite highly-touted -- and drafted -- Rams' skill players, fantasy managers can likely find better options than Stafford late in drafts.
Aug 10, 2025 12:13 AM EST
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) will have a workout on Saturday, and if all goes well, he will return to training camp practice on Monday, according to head coach Sean McVay. The head coach emphasized that if this were a game week, Stafford would be cleared to play. The 37-year-old veteran is dealing with an aggravated disc in his back and received an epidural injection to help with the pain. It's not exactly what you want to hear for a QB heading into the regular season, but the Rams don't seem to be very worried about Stafford's availability for Week 1. Although Stafford could return on Monday, he won't take part in joint practices with the Chargers next week. Stafford showed late last year that he still has what it takes to succeed at a high level, but for fantasy purposes, he's no more than a low-end QB2 that is a big injury risk.
Aug 7, 2025 4:05 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) is dealing with an aggravated disc. The veteran has received an epidural to help him deal with it. Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network noted that while the team is remaining cautious with him during camp, he remains on track to be ready to play in Week 1 of the regular season. Fantasy managers should continue to keep a close eye on his status during the preseason in case he faces a setback. For the time being, Jimmy Garoppolo is slated to continue to take first-team reps during camp. Last season, Stafford had a bit of a down year as his top two wideouts, Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp, both missed time. He threw for just 3,762 yards and 20 scores. However, with Davante Adams joining Nacua, Stafford is worth a look as a high-upside QB2 in all leagues.
Aug 6, 2025 10:16 AM EST
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) has missed most of training camp while dealing with a back issue. While this has caused some concern related to the veteran's availability in Week 1, head coach Sean McVay had positive news on Tuesday. McVay told reporters that Stafford is "feeling good" and "making good progress," while going on to say, "We've been able to kind of increase some things behind the scenes." Stafford is unlikely to see much work throughout the remainder of training camp, but he is likely to be under center when the Rams open the regular season against the Houston Texans. He can be treated as a low-end QB2 from a fantasy perspective.
Aug 6, 2025 7:49 AM EST
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