Quarterback Matthew Stafford will begin the Los Angeles Rams' training camp on the sidelines while recovering from back soreness.

Matthew Stafford won't be fully healthy for the start of training camp as the Rams QB is dealing with some back soreness.

Arizona State’s breakout quarterback is drawing early NFL interest — and one mock draft has him landing in Los Angeles as the Rams quietly prepare for life after Matthew Stafford.

The Los Angeles Rams kick off training camp this Thursday at Loyola Marymount University, but their quarterback will not be ready to go. Rams coach Sean McVay told reporters Tuesday that Matthew Stafford is dealing with a sore back, and will begin training camp working off to the side as a limited participant.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, 37, will be limited to start training camp as he deals with back soreness but is "absolutely" expected to be ready for the regular season, coach Sean McVay told reporters on Tuesday.

Back soreness "kind of crept up" on the 37-year old quarterback during the offseason, according to head coach Sean McVay.

Rams head coach Sean McVay confirms quarterback Matthew Stafford is dealing with a minor injury at start of 2025 training camp