It’s likely McVay does expect (and really hopes) Stafford plays Week 1, the organization expects (and really hopes) Stafford suits up, and as long as Stafford does play, and plays well, then this storyline will be a big nothing.

Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford has dealt with just about every injury under the sun but as he gets closer and closer to 40, they’re really starting to catch up to him. This latest injury might be one of the worst he’s had in years.

Matthew Stafford, who was previously described by head coach Sean McVay as week to week, is dealing with an aggravated disc and the hope is he’ll be ready for the Rams’ season opener, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Wednesday.