The Los Angeles Rams are prepping for Week 1 without Matthew Stafford on thefield.The veteran quarterback is sidelined due to back soreness, per head coachSean McVay. In the meantime, it’s Jimmy Garoppolo running the first-teamoffense.

Sean McVay won't publicly share the Rams' timetable for Matthew Stafford's return, but he remains "very confident" the QB will play Week 1.

The Los Angeles Rams are playing it close to the chest with quarterback Matthew Stafford’s current health situation. The 37-year-old veteran is dealing with back soreness and has now missed his second straight week of training camp. When asked about Stafford’s status, head coach Sean McVay didn’t offer much clarity.