The Los Angeles Rams played in Week 10 without starting quarterback Matthew Stafford, who was placed into concussion protocol on Wednesday, a few days after the team’s Week 9 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The good news is pending medical clearance, Stafford appears likely to play in Week 11.
Rams head coach Sean McVay said on Wednesday that Stafford will play in Week 11 so long as the quarterback is medically cleared. McVay also shared that Stafford was a full participant in Wednesday’s practice.
Matthew Stafford was a full participant in today's practice, per McVay, a step in the protocol. Pending expected clearance (also per McVay), he will play Sunday.
— Jourdan Rodrigue (@JourdanRodrigue) November 16, 2022
Being a full participant in practice is a necessary step towards being cleared.
Interestingly, at a time when Stafford is expected to return, Rams backup quarterback John Wolford is dealing with an injury. Wolford missed practice on Wednesday due to a stiff neck.
Rams QB Matthew Stafford is a full participant in practice. Sean McVay expects him to play Sunday.
John Wolford missed practice today with a stiff neck.
— Greg Beacham (@gregbeacham) November 16, 2022
The defending Super Bowl champions are in real trouble. Not only are they 3-6, but they just placed star wide receiver Cooper Kupp on injured reserve. Their chances of turning things around and making another postseason run seem bleak, although having Stafford back will help.
